Florida (7-0) vs Wichita State (6-0)
Game Info: Friday, November 29, 2024 at 3:30 pm (State Farm Field House)
Betting Odds: Florida -8.5 / Wichita State +8.5 --- Over/Under: 151.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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In this article, we will formulate a Wichita State vs Florida prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 29th at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview
The Wichita State Shockers are 6-0 this year after they defeated Minnesota in overtime by a score of 68-66 in their last game. Wichita State led by one point at the half, but they ended up in overtime, before getting the win. The Shockers shot 45% from the field, 28.6% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Harlond Beverly led Wichita State with 16 points and four rebounds in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Shockers defeated Saint Louis by a score of 88-63 and Monmouth by a score of 70-66. Wichita State has scored 83.4 points per game and they have allowed 71 points per game, while also averaging 40.2 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Justin Hill is averaging 17.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game, while Wichita State is shooting 45.9% from the field, 76.1% on free throws, and 29.7% on three-pointers this year.
Florida Gators Betting Preview
The Florida Gators are 7-0 this season after they defeated Wake Forest by a score of 75-58 in their last game. Florida led 32-28 at halftime and scored 43 second-half points to pull away for the win. The Gators shot 39.7% from the field, 29.6% on three-pointers, and 77.8% on free throws in the game. Walter Clayton Jr. led Florida with 21 points and three assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Gators defeated SIU by a score of 93-68 and FAMU by a score of 84-60. Florida has scored 88.2 points per game and they have allowed 67.8 points per game, while also averaging 42.8 rebounds and 16 assists per game this season. Alijah Martin is averaging 16.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, while Florida is shooting 48.2% from the field, 70.9% on free throws, and 31.6% on three-pointers this year. Florida will take on Virginia after this one.
Why Florida will beat Wichita State
- Wichita State has lost each of its last eight games against AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Florida has won each of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Wichita State has lost the first half in eight of its last nine games against AP-ranked opponents.
Wichita State vs Florida Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with undefeated records on the season, but Wichita State was fortunate to get by Minnesota on Thursday. The Shockers went to overtime with Minnesota, where they blew a four-point lead late, before hitting two free throws for the win. Florida blew out Wake Forest on Thursday and they have looked very sharp to start the season. The Gators haven’t won by less than double-digits so far this season and I don’t think that stops here. Take Florida.
David’s Pick Florida -8.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
