South Florida vs Alabama Prediction 12/17/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The South Florida Bulls and the Alabama Crimson Tide will meet on Wednesday evening in a non‑conference showdown at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

South Florida Bulls Betting Preview

The South Florida Bulls enter Wednesday night’s contest with a 6–4 overall win-loss record, including a 1–1 mark away from home. The Bulls have compiled wins over Florida A&M, Coppin State, Kennesaw State, Western Kentucky, Utah State, and Charleston, while dropping games to George Washington, Oklahoma State, VCU, and the Colorado State Rams. More recently, in the South Florida Bulls 97-91 overtime win over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers last month, 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 illustrating his ability to lead the backcourt.

The South Florida Bulls average 88.6 points (21st in country) on 43.6 percent shooting from the field per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Bulls are allowing opponents 79.6 points on 43.6 percent shooting from the field per contest.

Senior forward Izaiyah Nelson has been a force inside for the South Florida Bulls, averaging 12.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.8 blocks per game. Senior guard Josh Omojafo is averaging 13.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 steals per contest. Senior guard Joseph Pinion contributes 14.6 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists a game.

Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide enter Wednesday’s contest with a 5–2 record. Alabama has amassed wins over North Dakota, St. John’s, Illinois, UNLV, and Maryland, while dropping games to Purdue and the Gonzaga Bulldogs. In the Alabama Crimson Tide’s dominant 105–72 win over the Maryland Terrapins last week, sophomore guard Labaron Philon Jr. tallied 20 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.

The Alabama Crimson Tide are averaging 93.1 points (6th in country) on 47.7% shooting from the field and 34.9% from three‑point range. The Crimson Tide are allowing opponents 80.9 points on 42.2 percent shooting from the field per game.

Guard Labaron Philon Jr. leads the Alabama Crimson Tide averaging 21.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game. Junior guard Aden Holloway is averaging 15.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4 assists and 0.4 steals a contest.

Why the South Florida Bulls Will Win

•            High powered offense. In eight games played this season, the South Florida Bulls are averaging 88.6 points per game which ranks 21st in the nation.

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

Why the Alabama Crimson Tide Will Win

•            Home dominance. Alabama is 3–1 at Coleman Coliseum this season.

•            Elite scoring. Philon and Holloway combine for nearly 37 points per game.

•            Quality offense. The Alabama Crimson Tide are averaging 93.1 points per game which ranks 6th in the country.

South Florida vs. Alabama Prediction

This matchup features the South Florida Bulls up tempo offense against the Alabama Crimson Tide’s high powered scoring and defensive efficiency. Expect the Bulls to lean on Pinion’s shooting and Nelson’s rebounding to stay competitive, while Alabama will rely on Philon’s playmaking and Holloway’s perimeter shooting to control tempo.

South Florida’s ability to crash the boards makes them dangerous, but Alabama’s depth and home court advantage should prove decisive. The Crimson Tide’s defensive pressure and offensive firepower will likely wear down the Bulls in the second half.

The key difference may come in Alabama’s ability to limit turnovers. If they maintain possession and convert efficiently, their scoring depth should create separation late. South Florida has shown resilience in close games, but Alabama’s pace and shot‑making should ultimately prove too much for the Bulls.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Alabama -14.5