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Xavier vs. UConn prediction: Why Connecticut is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [2/3/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Xavier vs UConn predictions for college basketball Tuesday.
UConn and Xavier will meet in men's college basketball action at PeoplesBank Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced college basketball model predicts Connecticut as the most likely winner of the Xavier vs. UConn game.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Xavier vs. UConn prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Xavier and UConn 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives Connecticut a 94% chance of defeating Xavier. Our predicted final score has Connecticut winning 81-64.
According to our model, Connecticut (-16.5) has a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 147.5 points has a 53% chance of staying under.
Xavier vs. UConn odds
We have sourced the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Xavier | UConn |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +16.5 (-102) | -16.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +1200 | -2100 |
| Total | o147.5 (-110) | u147.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Xavier vs. UConn picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Connecticut -16.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Connecticut | -2100 |
| Total | Under 147.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 147.5 total points.
Xavier vs. UConn game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's men's college basketball game between UConn and Xavier at PeoplesBank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Xavier vs. Connecticut
- Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: PeoplesBank Arena
Conclusion
We predict Connecticut, with a 94% win probability, will likely beat Xavier on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Xavier vs. Connecticut insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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