Marquette Golden Eagles vs Georgetown Hoyas Picks and Predictions for Tuesday February 24 2026
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Marquette travels to Washington, DC to take on Georgetown at Capital One Arena on Tuesday at 7:00 PM, with the game airing on Peacock. Georgetown is listed as a 3.5-point favorite, and the total is set at 148.5, while at the time of this writing the odds were not released for the moneyline. For more daily breakdowns, be sure to check out our free college basketball picks.
Marquette Trying to Snap the Slide
Marquette enters this matchup at 9-18 overall with a 4-12 record in Big East play. A road record was not provided in the information available, but the Golden Eagles have struggled to string together results. In their last five games, they as recently lost to St. John’s 76-70, lost to Xavier 96-88, lost to Villanova 77-74, won over Butler 70-55, and lost to Hall 69-64.
Offensively, Marquette is averaging 75.7 points per game while allowing 77.6. They are shooting 44% from the field and pulling down 34.6 rebounds per contest, along with 15.6 assists per game. The Golden Eagles can score in spurts, particularly when they generate movement and pace.
One of Marquette’s most notable traits is defensive activity. They average 9.1 steals per game, which is a strong number and gives them opportunities to create extra possessions. However, allowing nearly 78 points per contest has offset that playmaking ability. When facing an opponent capable of scoring in the mid-70s or higher, defensive breakdowns have often been the difference.
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Georgetown Looking for Stability at Home
Georgetown comes into this game at 13-14 overall with a 5-11 mark in Big East play. A home record was not included in the provided information, but the Hoyas are looking to build on a recent win. Over their last five games, they as recently lost to Hall 51-47, lost to Butler 93-89, lost to UConn 79-75, lost to Villanova 80-73, and won over Creighton 76-68.
The Hoyas are averaging 74.7 points per game while allowing 73.1, and they are shooting 44% from the field. They collect 36.0 rebounds per game and average 14.4 assists per contest. Georgetown has been competitive in several games, even in losses, but consistency has been elusive.
Defensively, Georgetown holds a slight statistical edge in this matchup. Allowing 73.1 points per game compared to Marquette’s 77.6 gives them a better scoring differential profile. They also average 3.7 blocks and 6.7 steals per game, showing they can contest shots and disrupt passing lanes when locked in.
Marquette vs Georgetown Pick
Marquette vs Georgetown spread pick
- Pick: Georgetown -3.5
Both teams have struggled in conference play, but Georgetown’s slightly stronger defensive numbers and rebounding edge provide the advantage. Marquette has dropped four of its last five and is allowing nearly 78 points per game. If Georgetown controls the glass and limits turnovers, they should be able to win this one by multiple possessions.
Marquette vs Georgetown total pick
- Pick: Over 148.5
I’m leaning over here because both teams average in the mid-70s offensively and have allowed opponents to score at a similar rate. Marquette’s high steal rate can create transition opportunities, and Georgetown has shown it can push into the mid-to-high 70s. If both teams approach their season averages, this total has a strong path to clearing the number.
Final Score Prediction: Georgetown 78, Marquette 73
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