A rematch of the NCAAB rivalry between the Florida Gators and the Florida State Seminoles is scheduled on Friday at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Centre at Tallahassee State University. The Gators are favored by 4.5 points, a significant margin in sports betting terms, considering that the total number of points in the game is 158.5.
Recently, Florida (3-0 SU, 1-2 ATS, 1-2 O/U) defeated Grambling by a score of 86-62. In this game, Florida displayed their dominance in the paint by scoring 42 points and outrebounding their opponent by 45-24. The Florida Gators boast a formidable offensive squad that is boosted by senior guards Walter Clayton Jr. (17.6 points per game) and Will Richard (11.4 points per game), promising an exciting high-scoring game. Additionally, the Gators have notable transfers like Alijah Martin and Rueben Chinyelu.
In their most recent game, Florida State (3-0 SU, 2-1 ATS, 0-3 O/U) trounced Tarleton State 72-52, highlighting a strong defensive effort by limiting the Texans to 31% shooting. Jamir Watkins, a senior guard who averages 15.6 points per game and 6.0 rebounds per game, is a squad leader with returning players and notable newcomers, such as Daquon Davis, a freshman guard.
The rankings provided by KenPom place Florida in the twenty-first spot nationwide, with a noteworthy fifteenth place in offensive rating. On the other hand, Florida State is ranked 80th, with a strength in defensive efficiency that places it at 44th. The Seminoles score 73.0 points per game, much lower than the Gators’ average of 88.3 points per game, which indicates that the Seminoles have a powerful offence versus a great defence.
The Florida Gators are in a strong position to maintain their success, considering their better offensive skills, recent performances, and a three-game winning run over Florida State, which includes a victory against Florida State by a score of 89-68 from the previous season. With their offensive advantage, the Gators are a strong bet for this game.
Given their recent performances, offensive prowess, and historical dominance over Florida State, it’s a smart bet to wager on the Florida Gators to emerge victorious in this contest.