Seton Hall Pirates vs Georgetown Hoyas Pick and Prediction for Saturday January 10 2026

The Seton Hall Pirates visit the Georgetown Hoyas on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Capital One Arena. This 6:00 PM EST matchup on FS1 features a Seton Hall team that has defied preseason expectations, currently sitting at 13-2 and receiving top-25 votes in the latest AP Poll. For expert analysis and daily wagering insights on the Big East, check out the latest free college basketball picks over at Winners and Whiners.

Seton Hall Pirates: The Comeback Kids

The Pirates (13-2, 3-1 Big East) arrive in Washington D.C. after a thrilling 56-54 win over Creighton, where they erased a 16-point second-half deficit. Defensively, Seton Hall is one of the most disciplined teams in the conference, allowing only 62.2 points per game and holding 13 of their 15 opponents under the 70-point mark this season.

The team's defensive identity is bolstered by their activity on the perimeter, averaging 10.1 steals per game. While they are missing Jahseem Felton (Knee, OUT for season), the roster is otherwise healthy. The Pirates' offensive efficiency (44% FG) is secondary to their ability to grind out possessions and win the battle on the boards (36.4 RPG).

Georgetown Hoyas: Seeking a Signature Win

The Hoyas (9-6, 1-3 Big East) are looking to bounce back after a narrow 56-50 road loss to DePaul. Georgetown features a more explosive offense than Seton Hall, averaging 77.8 points per game, but they have struggled to find defensive consistency, surrendering 73.9 points against.

Georgetown’s injury report lists DeShawn Harris-Smith as questionable due to an illness that has sidelined him indefinitely since early December. The Hoyas' success depends on their ability to utilize their size (4.8 BPG) to challenge Seton Hall at the rim and leverage their home-court advantage at Capital One Arena.

Seton Hall vs. Georgetown Prediction

This is a classic "clash of styles" game. Seton Hall wants to slow the game down and win with defense, while Georgetown is at its best when the pace is accelerated.

Seton Hall vs. Georgetown ATS Pick

• Pick: Seton Hall -6.5 (-115)

Seton Hall has proven they can win on the road in the Big East, recently taking down Marquette in Milwaukee. Their defense is built to frustrate teams like Georgetown that rely on rhythm. With the Pirates forcing over 10 steals per game, they should be able to disrupt the Hoyas' backcourt and create enough transition opportunities to cover the spread.

Seton Hall vs. Georgetown Total Pick

• Pick: Under 138.5

Seton Hall has held 10 of their 15 opponents under 65 points this season. Given the Pirates' preference for a slower tempo and Georgetown's recent 50-point output against DePaul, this game is likely to be a low-scoring defensive battle. Expect the Pirates to dictate the pace, keeping the total well under the projected line.