Wichita State vs Florida Atlantic Prediction 2/20/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Wichita State vs Florida Atlantic prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, February 20th at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena in Boca Raton, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Wichita Shockers Betting Preview

The Wichita State Shockers are 15-10 (5-7) this year after they defeated Memphis in overtime by a score of 84-79 in their last game. Wichita State led 32-28 at halftime, but they allowed 43 points in the second half, before getting the win in overtime. The Shockers shot 40% from the field, 19% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Quincy Ballard led Wichita State with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Corey Washington added 18 points and 15 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Shockers defeated UTSA by a score of 69-64 and South Florida by a score of 75-70. Wichita State has won four games in a row and they are currently ninth in the AAC standings with a 5-7 record. Wichita State has scored 74.7 points per game and they have allowed 73.2 points per game, while also averaging 38.8 rebounds and 12.3 assists per game this season. Xavier Bell is averaging 14.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, while Corey Washington is averaging 13.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game this year. Wichita State is shooting 45% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 30.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Preview

The Florida Atlantic Owls are 15-10 (8-4) this season after they defeated Temple by a score of 83-81 in their last game. Florida Atlantic trailed 40-35 at halftime, but they scored 48 points in the second half for the win. The Owls shot 44.6% from the field, 20.8% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Kaleb Glenn led Florida Atlantic with 17 points and five rebounds, while Tre Carroll added 16 points and seven rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Owls defeated Charlotte by a score of 87-75 and Tulsa by a score of 79-55. Florida Atlantic has won five games in a row and they are currently fifth in the AAC standings with an 8-4 record. Florida Atlantic has scored 81.4 points per game and they have allowed 76.2 points per game, while also averaging 37.2 rebounds and 16.7 assists per game this season. Kaleb Glenn is averaging 12.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 0.7 steals per game, while Tre Carroll is averaging 12.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this season. FAU is shooting 46.9% from the field, 71.2% on free throws, and 35.4% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Florida Atlantic will beat Wichita State

• Florida Atlantic has won 24 of its last 26 night games at Abessinio Court at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Wichita State has lost eight of its last nine Thursday night road games against Conference opponents.

Why Wichita State will beat Florida Atlantic 

• Wichita State has won each of its last four games against the American Athletic Conference.

Wichita State vs Florida Atlantic Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup with a record of 15-10, but Florida Atlantic has been the much better team in conference play and they will be at home for this game. The Owls have won five games in a row and they are 4-0 in their last four home games. Florida Atlantic is shooting 46.9% from the field this year and they have scored at least 83 points in four of their last five games. Wichita State has won four games in a row and they just upset Memphis in their last game. The Shockers are shooting 45% from the field this season and they have allowed 64 points or fewer in three of their last five games. Florida Atlantic should get the win here, but Wichita State is playing well right now and I think they can score some points here. Take the over.