Florida Atlantic vs South Florida Prediction 1/25/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The South Florida Bulls and the Florida Atlantic Owls will meet on Sunday in a conference matchup at the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida.

South Florida Bulls Betting Preview

The South Florida Bulls enter Sunday’s contest with a 12–7 overall win-loss record, including a 4–2 mark in conference play and a 7-2 record at home. The Bulls have compiled wins over Florida A&M, Coppin State, Kennesaw State, Western Kentucky, Charleston and the Utah State Aggies, while losing games to George Washington, VCU, Oklahoma State and the Colorado State Rams. Earlier this season, in the South Florida Bulls 97-91 overtime win over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, South Florida guard Joseph Pinion tallied 16 points (4 of 11 shooting from three-point range), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block showcasing his ability to lead the South Florida backcourt.

The South Florida Bulls average 88.6 points (13th in country) on 43.4 percent shooting from the field and 34 percent shooting from three-point range per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Bulls are allowing opponents 80.7 points on 42.6 percent shooting from the field per contest.

Senior forward Izaiyah Nelson has been a strong presence in the paint for the South Florida Bulls, averaging 15.7 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1 assist, 1.6 steals and 1.6 blocks per game. Senior guard Josh Omojafo is averaging 13.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1 steal per contest. Senior guard Joseph Pinion provides the Bulls additional quality play in the backcourt averaging 14.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.5 assists a game.

Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Preview

The Florida Atlantic Owls enter Sunday afternoon’s contest with a 14–6 record, including a 6-1 mark in conference play and an 3-4 record on the road. The Owls have compiled recent wins over Temple, Wichita State, UAB and the Memphis Tigers, while dropping games to UCF, Liberty, Saint Mary’s and the Tulane Green Wave. In the Florida Atlantic Owls 88–75 loss to Saint Mary’s earlier this season, Florida Atlantic guard Isaiah Elohim tallied 15 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals showcasing his ability to lead the Florida Atlantic Owls offense.

The Florida Atlantic Owls average 81 points on 47.2 percent shooting from the field and 34.7 percent shooting from behind the arc per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Owls are allowing opponents 74.5 points on 43.5 percent shooting from the field per contest.

Sophomore guard Darin Vanterpool leads the Florida Atlantic Owls averaging 15.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.7 steals on 44.2 percent shooting from the field per game. Junior guard Kanaan Carlyle averages 14.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1 steal per contest. Sophomore forward Devin Williams adds 7.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.9 blocks per game.

Why the South Florida Bulls Will Win

•             High powered offense. Through 19 games played this season, the South Florida Bulls are averaging 88.6 points per game which ranks 13th in the nation.

•             Multiple scoring options. Josh Omojafo, Joseph Pinion and Izaiyah Nelson can carry the offense.

•            Home court edge. The South Florida Bulls are 7–2 at home this season.

Why the Florida Atlantic Owls Will Win

• Conference dominance. The Florida Atlantic Owls are 6–1 in conference play this season.

• Defensive advantage. The Owls are allowing opponents 74.5 points per game. Conversely, the South Florida Bulls are allowing opponents 80.7 points per contest.

South Florida Bulls vs. Florida Atlantic Owls Prediction

This matchup features South Florida’s high-octane offense and home court edge against a Florida Atlantic Owls team that has been one of the top-tier teams in the American Conference in 2025. In my view, Florida Atlantic’s defensive discipline, depth and proven efficiency in conference play presents a difficult matchup for a South Florida Bulls team that has struggled to contain quality offenses this season. For the reasons just noted, I am backing the Florida Atlantic Owls in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Florida Atlantic TBA