Stetson vs North Florida Prediction 1/29/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Stetson vs North Florida prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 29th at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Stetson Hatters Betting Preview

The Stetson Hatters are 7-14 (5-3) this year after they defeated Bellarmine by a score of 81-76 in their last game. Stetson led 42-31 at halftime, but they were outscored 45-39 in the second half in the win. The Hatters shot 47.1% from the field, 39.1% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Treyton Thompson led Stetson with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Mehki Ellison added 17 points and five assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Hatters defeated Eastern Kentucky by a score of 67-66 and West Georgia by a score of 82-78. Stetson has won three games in a row and they are currently tied for fifth in the ASUN standings. Stetson has scored 72 points per game and they have allowed 80.9 points per game, while also averaging 34.1 rebounds and 12.1 assists per game this season. Mehki Ellison is averaging 15.9 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, while Jordan Wood is averaging 12.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this year. Stetson is shooting 44.5% from the field, 72.9% on free throws, and 34.2% on three-pointers this season. 

North Florida Ospreys Betting Preview

The North Florida Ospreys are 10-11 (3-5) this season after they lost to West Georgia by a score of 92-72 in their last game. North Florida trailed 43-27 at halftime and allowed 49 more points in the second half in the loss. The Ospreys shot 43.1% from the field, 29.4% on three-pointers, and 70.6% on free throws in the game. Jasai Miles led North Florida with 18 points and five rebounds, while Jaylen Smith added 13 points and four assists in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Ospreys defeated Queens by a score of 90-81 but did lose to North Alabama by a score of 90-84 before that. North Florida has won three of their last five games and they are currently tied for eighth in the ASUN standings. North Florida has scored 84.0 points per game and they have allowed 85.2 points per game, while also averaging 36.0 rebounds and 15.9 assists per game this season. Jasai Miles is averaging 15.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Josh Harris is averaging 14.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 0.9 steals per game this year. North Florida is shooting 45% from the field, 66.3% on free throws, and 35.6% on three-pointers this season. 

Why North Florida will beat Stetson

• North Florida has won six of its last seven home games against Stetson at UNF Arena.
• Stetson has lost seven of its last nine night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Stetson has lost the first half in seven of its last nine games at UNF Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why Stetson will beat North Florida

• Stetson has won each of its last three games.
• North Florida has lost six of its last eight games against the ASUN Conference at UNF Arena.
• North Florida has lost the first half in each of its last three home games against the ASUN Conference.

Stetson vs North Florida Prediction 

Stetson comes into this matchup looking for their fourth straight win, but they will be on the road for this game. The Hatters are shooting 44.5% from the field this year and they have scored 81+ points in two of their last three games. Stetson is allowing 80.9 points per game on defense, but they have been slightly better during this winning streak. North Florida has lost two of their last three games, but they are scoring 84 points per game on offense. The Ospreys may have a higher-scoring offense, but they are allowing over 85 points per game on defense. I think we are going to see a very high-scoring game here, as neither defense inspires much confidence, so take the over here.