On Tuesday, the BYU Cougars (6-1) face off against the Providence Friars (5-3) at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, Rhode Island in the Big 12-Big East Battle. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Providence comes into this matchup on a three-game losing streak and has dropped three of their last five games. In the Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis tournament, the Providence Friars faced off against Indiana in the game deciding 7th place, ultimately falling to the Hoosiers with a score of 89-73. Despite the loss, Jayden Pierre had a standout performance, leading the Friars with 22 points. For the season, Pierre has been Providence’s top scorer, boasting an average of 13.1 points per game. Following closely behind him is Bensley Joseph, who has consistently contributed an average of 10.6 points per game. In terms of rebounds, Oswin Erhunmwunse has been the team's leading player, pulling down an average of 5 rebounds per game this season. Additionally, Bensley Joseph has also been instrumental in playmaking, leading the team in assists with an average of 3.4 per game. Over the last five matchups, the Friars have struggled defensively, allowing their opponents to score an average of 70 points per game. Despite these challenges, Providence is determined to turn their fortunes around, aiming to break their losing streak while maintaining their unbeaten record at home. Offensively, the team has been scoring an average of 70 points per game this season.

BYU enters this game on a one-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games. In their victory against NC State, securing a 72-61 win in the Rady Children’s Invitational for third place, Richie Saunders emerged as a key player for the Cougars, contributing 13 points. Currently, Egor Demin stands out as BYU's top scorer this season, boasting an average of 14.3 points per game. Close behind him, Richie Saunders ranks as the second-highest scorer for the team, maintaining an average of 13.9 points per game. On the rebounding front, Keba Keita dominates the boards for BYU, averaging 9.5 rebounds each game. Egor Demin also showcases his playmaking skills, leading the team with an average of 6.3 assists per game. Over their last five games, BYU has been a scoring powerhouse, averaging 87.6 points per game. The Cougars are eager to extend their current winning streak and earn their first victory on the road this season. Overall, they maintain an impressive average of 87.4 points per game.

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