In this Rithmm AI Sports Prediction, I will show how I use Rithmm to guide my sports wagering decision for the matchup between #9 UConn vs Villanova on January 9, 2025 (6:30 PM EST), at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA.

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Preview of UConn vs Villanova 

UConn Preview

It has been a season of mixed results for the two-time defending national champions. After losing three straight games in the Maui Invitational, the Huskies have ripped off eight straight wins including wins over Baylor, Texas, and Gonzaga. 

The Huskies will be missing superstar freshman Liam McNeally due to injury. McNeally not playing against Nova is a factor in this UConn vs Villanova Preview and Prediction. 

UConn Season Records

• 12-3
• 8-7 ATS 
• 9-5-1 to the over 

Villanova Preview

Nova enters this matchup looking for their second win over a ranked opponent, having defeated Cincinnati earlier this year. 

The Wildcats are currently riding a two-game winning streak but this will be their hardest test si far this season. 

Nova is led by senior forward Eric Dixon. Dixon leads the team in scoring at 25.9 ppg and is a major factor in this #9 UConn vs Villanova NCAA Men’s College Basketball Computer Pick. 

Villanova Season Records

• 10-5
• 9-6 ATS
• 11-4 to the over 

UConn vs Villanova History 

As previously discussed both teams have been red-hot. 

UConn vs Nova Trends

• UConn has won the last four matchups against Nova 
• Nova has covered the spread in five of the last seven matchups 
• The under has hit three games in a row and seven on the last ten matchups 
• Last three games played in Villanova the under has hit

Last Five Games

• UCONN
  • 5-0 Straight Up 
  • 2-3 ATS 
  • 4-1 to the over
  • Scoring 83.4 PPG
  • Allowing 77.2 PPG 
• NOVA
  • 4-1 Straight Up 
  • 3-2 ATS
  • 4-1 to the over 
  • Scoring 83.4 PPG 
  • Allowing 69.2 PPG 

How I use Rithmm models for my UConn vs Villanova Computer Pick

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Current odds: 

• Nova -1.5
• ML UConn -101/ Nova -119
• Total: 145.5

Rithmm is the tool for all gamblers from squares to sharps and everything in between. I use Rithmm to identify games that may not be on my radar and for value plays. 

I’m leaning toward backing the Wildcats. Without Liam McNeely, UConn’s second-leading scorer, the Huskies will not be able to keep up with Nova's offense. 

Let’s look at  what my model is predicting for this NCAAB Computer Pick 

My UConn vs Villanova Computer Pick

In a rock fight of a game, Rithmm is predicting the Huskies fall to the Wildcats by a score of 73 to 71 with a probability of 57.1%. 

Pick: Villanova Money Line (-119)

I hope you enjoy your night of College Hoops Action and gamble responsibly.

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