South Florida vs Tulane Prediction 1/11/25 College Basketball Picks
Tulane (8-8) vs South Florida (9-6)
Game Info: Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm (Devlin Fieldhouse)
Betting Odds: Tulane -3.5 -- Over/Under: 149.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
In this article, we will formulate a South Florida vs Tulane prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 11th at the Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
South Florida Bulls Betting Preview
The South Florida Bulls are 9-6 (2-0) this year after they defeated Wichita State by a score of 91-72 in their last game. South Florida led 48-30 at halftime and added 43 points in the second half to secure the win. The Bulls shot 56.9% from the field, 46.2% on three-pointers, and 81.3% on free throws in the game. Jamille Reynolds led South Florida with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Jayden Reid added 17 points and five assists in the win.
Prior to that game, the Bulls defeated East Carolina by a score of 75-69 and a non-D-1 team by a score of 106-49. South Florida has won four games in a row, but they did lose the three games before that. South Florida has scored 79.3 points per game and they have allowed 73.7 points per game, while also averaging 34.7 rebounds and 16.0 assists per game this season. Jayden Reid is averaging 12.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Jamille Reynolds is averaging 11.6 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game this year. South Florida is shooting 47.6% from the field, 76.3% on free throws, and 34.9% on three-pointers this season.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview
The Tulane Green Wave are 8-8 (2-1) this season after they lost to UAB by a score of 81-69 in their last game. Tulane trailed 46-38 at halftime and only scored 31 points in the second half in the loss. The Green Wave shot 49.1% from the field, 31.3% on three-pointers, and 70.6% on free throws in the game. Kaleb Banks led Tulane with 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Asher Woods added 16 points and two assists in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Green Wave defeated UTSA by a score of 92-63 and Charlotte by a score of 83-68. Tulane has won three of their last four games, but they did lose six of the previous seven games. Tulane has scored 76.2 points per game and they have allowed 67.8 points per game, while also averaging 37.4 rebounds and 15.5 assists per game this season. Kaleb Banks is averaging 18.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, while Rowan Brumbaugh is averaging 14.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. Tulane is shooting 44.1% from the field, 77.4% on free throws, and 33.7% on three-pointers this year. Tulane will meet FAU and Temple after this game.
Why South Florida will beat Tulane
- South Florida has won 18 of its last 20 games against Conference opponents.
- Tulane has lost 12 of its last 16 games against Conference opponents.
- Tulane has lost the first half in six of its last eight games against Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Tulane's last eight games against the American Athletic Conference has produced a total of 150+ points.
- Each of South Florida's last 15 Saturday road games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 149 or fewer points.
South Florida vs Tulane Prediction
South Florida comes into this matchup looking to stay undefeated in conference play, and they have won four games in a row. The Bulls have scored 88 or more points in three of their last four games and they are scoring nearly 80 points per game on the season. South Florida has had issues on defense, where they are allowing 73.7 points per game, but they have been better on this winning streak. Tulane has won three of their last four games, but they are shooting only 44.1% from the field. The Green Wave have beaten up two of the lesser teams in the conference in their two wins, so it will be interesting to see how they hold up here. This should be a pretty entertaining game, but I think South Florida could easily get the win, so give me the points here.