Seton Hall Pirates vs Butler Bulldogs Picks and Predictions February 5th 2025

Seton Hall Pirates vs Butler Bulldogs February 5th 2025

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulldogs and Pirates. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on FS1, and it’s hosted by the Pirates at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! Butler is favored by -3 in this Big East conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 136.5 points.

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Bulldogs vs. Pirates Key Information

• Sport: CBB
• Teams: Butler Bulldogs at Seton Hall Pirates
• Where: Newark at Prudential Center
• Date: Wednesday, February 5th
• Betting Odds BUTL -3, BUTL -157 | SETON +131 O/U 136.5

The Bulldogs Can Win If…

Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Butler’s season record dropped to 9-13 after a 73-70 road loss to Georgetown on Friday. The Bulldogs, who were +3.5 point underdogs, kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 143 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.

Butler led 37-36 at halftime but were outscored 37-33 in the 2nd half. The Bulldogs will need to tighten up defensively in the 2nd half to turn things around.

Butler’s offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 35% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-20 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Bulldogs shot 75%, making 9 of 12 attempts.

Andre Screen was a standout, hitting 72.7% of his shots, finishing 8-for-11 from the field. Both Thomas Sorber and Micah Peavy contributed 19 points, with Peavy adding 9 rebounds. Finley Bizjack chipped in 17 points, shooting 60% overall and 50% from three-point range, while also dishing out 5 assists.

Butler’s defense gave up 73 points on 49% shooting from the field, as their opponent knocked down 31 of 63 attempts. The Bulldogs struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 29 makes on 46 attempts, a 63% success rate.

However, Butler did well defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 11%, hitting only 2 of 17 tries. The Bulldogs also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 9 shots for 69%. Butler allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.

• Across their last five road contests, Butler has a 4-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 0-5, while averaging 69 points per game.
• Over the team’s last five games as the favorite, the Bulldogs struggled vs the spread going just 2-3. However, they still had a straight up mark of 4-1.
• Over their last five games, the Bulldogs have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.

The Pirates Can Win If…

Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games

Seton Hall’s season struggles continued with a 74-57 loss to DePaul on Sunday, dropping their record to 6-16. The Pirates entered the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 135.5 O/U line.

Seton Hall trailed 38-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The Pirates will need to regroup as they look to turn their season around.

Seton Hall struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.3%, and they hit only 57.9% of their free throws.

Isaiah Coleman led the Pirates with 18 points, despite shooting 6/20 from the field. NJ Benson contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 61.5%, while CJ Gunn added 16 points on 54.5% shooting. Isaiah Rivera and Jacob Meyer both hit 66.7% of their threes, with Rivera going 4/6 from deep.

Seton Hall’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponents to hit 68% of their two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 25 shots.

From beyond the arc, Seton Hall’s defense gave up 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 13 for 86%.

• Although Seton Hall has a straight up record of 0-5 in their last five home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 69 points per game in these games.
• The last ten games that Seton Hall was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 0-10 straight up.
• In their last three games, the Pirates have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 1-2 vs. the spread.

The Lean

Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +3, the Pirates is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 136.5 and our model has the Bulldogs and Pirates finishing with a combined 145 points. Our pick is to take the over.

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Butler vs. Seton Hall: Struggling Teams Seek Redemption in Big East Showdown

Two teams desperate for a turnaround will face off on Wednesday night in Newark, N.J., as Seton Hall hosts Butler in a Big East battle. Both teams are in the midst of disappointing seasons and will look to use this game as a springboard to salvage some momentum.

Butler (9-13, 2-9 Big East) has lost 12 of its last 14 games and currently sits in ninth place in the conference standings. Meanwhile, Seton Hall (6-16, 1-10 Big East) is in last place, enduring a seven-game losing streak, its worst since the 2012-13 season.

Despite their struggles, both teams have had competitive moments, and this matchup could provide a much-needed boost for one of them.

Seton Hall: Injuries and Inefficiency Plaguing the Pirates

Seton Hall’s season has been derailed by injuries and poor shooting. The Pirates rank last in the Big East in several key categories:

• Field Goal Percentage: 40.4%
• Rebounds Per Game: 32.8
• Assists Per Game: 11.2

Injury Woes Continue

The Pirates’ backcourt depth has been severely depleted with key players sidelined:

• Dylan Addae-Wusu (G) – Out
• Chaunce Jenkins (G, 2nd-leading scorer) – Out
• Scotty Middleton (Wing) – Suffered an ankle injury in the last game

Head coach Shaheen Holloway acknowledged the challenge of competing with such a limited roster:

“I have two guards, three guards right now. You can’t play like that in this league — in any league. If Scotty, Chaunce, and Dylan are all out, we have to figure out how to play bigger.”

Isaiah Coleman: A Lone Bright Spot

Despite the Pirates’ struggles, freshman guard Isaiah Coleman has stepped up, leading the team with 15.3 points per game. However, his efficiency has been inconsistent—he scored 18 points against DePaul in their last game but shot just 6-of-20 from the field.

Seton Hall’s biggest issue remains its offensive inefficiency, as the team has failed to generate consistent scoring opportunities.

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Butler: Close But Not Enough

While Butler’s record is only slightly better than Seton Hall’s, the Bulldogs have been far more competitive. 11 of their 13 losses have been by 10 points or fewer, including a tough overtime loss to defending national champion UConn.

Why Butler Has Struggled

The Bulldogs have suffered from late-game collapses, as shown in their most recent 73-70 loss to Georgetown, where a 15-0 second-half run by Georgetown sealed their fate.

Despite their struggles, Butler ranks seventh in the Big East in shooting (45.0%), a solid mark compared to Seton Hall.

Jahmyl Telfort & Andre Screen Leading the Charge

• Jahmyl Telfort (G, Senior) – 15.9 PPG, Butler’s leading scorer
• Andre Screen (C, 7’0”) – Emerging as a force in the paint, scoring double digits in 4 of his last 5 games, including 16 points against Georgetown

Head coach Thad Matta praised Screen’s development, stating:

“Andre is one of the greatest kids I have ever coached. He’s gotten himself in shape, understands how to play, and brings grit and toughness.”

Previous Meeting: Butler Edged Seton Hall in January

The two teams met earlier this season on Jan. 15, with Butler securing an 82-77 victory at home. That game was closely contested, further reinforcing that this matchup could go either way.

Key Matchups to Watch

1. Isaiah Coleman vs. Jahmyl Telfort (Battle of the Scorers)

Both teams rely on their top scorers, and whoever has the better shooting night could tilt the game in their team’s favor.

2. Butler’s Andre Screen vs. Seton Hall’s Interior Defense

Seton Hall has struggled with rebounding, while Screen has been dominant in the paint recently. If Butler can establish inside scoring, it could be a significant advantage.

3. Can Seton Hall Overcome Injuries?

With three key players potentially out, the Pirates need to find new contributors to step up.

Prediction & Final Thoughts

This game is a toss-up between two struggling teams, but Butler’s better shooting efficiency and ability to keep games close give them an edge. If Seton Hall’s injuries persist, Butler could pull off a season sweep.

Prediction: Butler 75, Seton Hall 68

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