DePaul men's basketball returns to Wintrust Arena on Saturday for a matchup against Seton Hall after winning three consecutive home games. The game starts at 4 p.m. CT and will be broadcasted on truTV. DePaul is coming off a loss against Butler, where Layden Blocker scored a season-high 20 points. The Blue Demons have shown improved offensive performance, hitting over 80 points in back-to-back games for the first time this season, while their defense remains strong in several categories.

By the Numbers
  • DePaul (11-8, 3-5 BIG EAST) scored 80 points in consecutive games against Marquette and Butler.
  • Seton Hall (14-5, 4-4 BIG EAST) has limited 14 of 19 opponents to under 70 points this season.
Yes, But

While DePaul appears to be improving offensively, they still face challenges against Seton Hall, who excels defensively, limiting opponents effectively. Additionally, Seton Hall has struggled recently, losing three consecutive games, which might affect their performance.

State of Play
  • DePaul is looking to bounce back from their recent loss while building on their home success.
  • Seton Hall aims to break their losing streak as they prepare for the game in Chicago.
What's Next

Following the game against Seton Hall, DePaul will hit the road for back-to-back games, starting with Georgetown on January 28, which will be a significant test of their performance away from home.

Bottom Line

DePaul needs to capitalize on their home advantage and continue their solid offensive output against a tough Seton Hall defense to gain momentum heading into their upcoming road games.