Duquesne vs Villanova Picks and Prediction for Friday, November 15, 2025

By: Jake Allman Published 11/15/2025, 01:10 AM ET

Duquesne hits the road at 3-0 and walks into a major jump in competition at Finneran Pavilion. Villanova sits at 2-1 and just put up 94 points in back-to-back home wins. The matchup features two strong offenses with talented guards and a Villanova team that looks sharper with each outing. Tipoff is set for 8:00 PM ET on truTV from Villanova, Pennsylvania. From buzzer-beaters to spreads, we’ve locked in sharp college basketball picks.

Duquesne Preview

Duquesne brings a 3-0 start built around scoring and steady ball movement. The Dukes average 87.3 points while shooting 49.7 percent from the field, and the frontcourt has been solid around the rim. John Hugley IV is the anchor at 19.7 points per game on 60 percent shooting with 9 rebounds per game, giving Duquesne a true interior scorer. Tarence Guinyard adds 18 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.3 steals, creating pressure in transition and providing most of the backcourt playmaking. That combination has helped make the offense tough to stop, with Duquesne turning the ball over only 13.3 times per game.

Shooting from deep is still inconsistent at 27.4 percent from three, something that becomes more noticeable against talented opponents. Duquesne’s 39.7 rebounds per game have helped offset this by extending possessions. The Dukes have also balanced scoring well behind Maximus Edwards and Jimmie Williams, each contributing 10 points per night. The core issue heading into this matchup is the jump from mid-major opponents to a Villanova group playing well inside and out. Betting on sports and on Duquesne is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks.

Villanova Preview

Villanova enters at 2-1, which has shown its capability of overpowering lesser defenses. The Wildcats average 84.7 points while shooting 47 percent from the floor and 37.1 percent from deep. Bryce Lindsay has been one of the most explosive early-season guards in the country at 24.7 points per game while hitting 53.6 percent from three. He stretches defenses immediately, which opens touches for Duke Brennan, who adds 11.7 points and an imposing 15.3 rebounds per game. That interior production has helped Villanova’s half-court attack.

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The backcourt also has Devin Askew, who is scoring 10.7 points on 57.1 percent shooting, and Acaden Lewis, averaging 10 points and 5 assists. Villanova’s 19 assists per game are evidence of unselfish play, and the team’s 42 rebounds per game make second-chance scoring a big factor. Two straight wins by 20-plus at home reinforce how well this roster performs in the Pavilion. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Villanova with the social sportsbooks.

Villanova vs Duquesne Prediction

Villanova has the shooting, the rebounding, and the home-court advantage to dictate the pace. Duquesne’s frontcourt can compete physically, but the perimeter scoring matchup leans heavily toward Villanova, especially with Lindsay’s current form. Expect Villanova’s ball movement and shooting to build a steady lead. Getting the most out of your bets on Duquesne vs Villanova can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.

Pick: Villanova 87, Duquesne 74

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