Wichita State (18-13) vs South Florida (13-18)
Game Info: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:30 pm (Dickies Arena)
Betting Odds: Wichita State -3.5 -- Over/Under: 143.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPNU
The South Florida Bulls and Wichita State Shockers meet on Thursday in college basketball action at Dickies Arena. Here’s a South Florida vs Wichita State prediction. This article will include a South Florida vs Wichita State Pick.
South Florida Bulls Betting Preview
The South Florida Bulls (13-18, 9-21 ATS) are playing their worst basketball of the season after losing seven of the previous eight games. The Bulls concluded the regular season with four consecutive defeats, their longest skid of the year. South Florida only managed to beat UTSA over the past month, while the final four losses came to North Texas, Temple, FAU, and Memphis. USF entered the conference tourney as the No. 9 seed.
South Florida is averaging 74.6 PPG (162nd) and is allowing 74.6 PPG (261st). The Bulls are getting 34.3 RPG (268th) and dish out 14.5 APG (132nd). Jamille Reynolds is the team’s top performer with 12.8 PPG, a team-high 7.6 RPG, and a team-high 1.5 BPG. Jayden Reid has 12.5 PPG, 2.6 RPG, a team-high 3.6 APG, and a team-high 1.8 SPG, while Kobe Knox contributes 10.7 PPG, 2.9 RPG, and 1.0 SPG.
Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview
The Wichita State Shockers (18-13, 13-15-2 ATS) experienced their best period of the season in February when they secured six straight victories, the longest winning run of the campaign. The Shockers couldn't see out the regular season in style, though, as they lost three of the final four games. The losses came against UAB, North Texas, and Tulsa, while the lone win was over Rice. Wichita State ended in 8th place in the American Standings.
Wichita State averages 73.7 PPG (197th) and allows 72.4 PPG (199th). The Shockers are 41st in rebounds (38.6) and 365th in assists (11.8). Xavier Bell leads the team with 15.1 PPG and 3.0 RPG. Corey Washington follows him with 13.4 PPG, 7.6 RPG, and 1.0 SPG, while Justin Hill chips in 11.2 PPG, 2.7 RPG, a team-high 3.0 APG, and 1.1 SPG.
Why Wichita State will beat South Florida
- South Florida has lost each of its last six day games against the American Athletic Conference.
- Wichita State has won four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Wichita State has won the first half in three of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Wichita State's last eight day games have produced a total of 145+ points.
- Eight of South Florida's last 10 games have produced a total of 144+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Wichita State ranks 358th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (16.5).
- Wichita State ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (38.6).
South Florida vs Wichita State Prediction
Wichita State won eight of the previous ten H2H encounters. South Florida made an upset earlier this season with a 91-72 victory at Wichita State; that was a season-high in allowed points for the Shockers. Still, the Shockers got revenge for that loss and beat the Bulls 75-70 in Florida. Despite slowing down late in the season, Wichita State is in better form and I think it is closer to advancing to the next round. Although the Shockers are not great when it comes to the spread, South Florida has only covered the Spread in 11 of its last 34 games. I am backing Wichita State to win and cover.
Oliver’s Pick Wichita State -3.5
AUTHOR: Oliver Zivic
