The Florida Gators and the Ohio Bobcats link up for a non-conference battle on Wednesday evening. Florida is 6-4 overall but had its two-game win streak halted when the fifth-ranked UConn Huskies dominated the Gators 75-54 on Wednesday. The Bobcats own a 5-4 record and have won four of their past five games. On Sunday, they outlasted Youngstown State 81-79. Ohio leads the all-time series 8-6. The last game took place in 2021, with Florida defeating Ohio 71-68.
Tip-off from the Amalie Arena in Tampa is set for 7 p.m. ET. The Gators are 13-point favorites in the latest Ohio vs. Florida odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is 143. Before locking in any Florida vs. Ohio picks, be sure to see the college basketball predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's advanced computer model.
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Now, the model has set its sights on Florida vs. Ohio and just locked in its picks and CBB predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are several college basketball odds and betting lines and trends for Ohio vs. Florida:
- Ohio vs. Florida spread: Gators -13
- Ohio vs. Florida over/under: 143 points
- Ohio vs. Florida money line: Gators -1100, Bobcats +700
- FLA: The Over is 5-1 in the Gators' last 6 games following a straight-up loss
- OHIO: The Under is 6-1 in the Bobcats' last 7 neutral site games
- Ohio vs. Florida picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why Florida can cover
Senior forward Colin Castleton is a strong and mobile big man in the paint. Castleton owns a great back-to-the-basket game with a soft touch around the rim. The Florida native defends the paint very well and is tied for third in the SEC in blocks (2.8). Castleton also leads the team in points (16.1) and rebounds (7.5). In his last outing, he recorded 12 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks.
Sophomore guard Will Richard is a smooth offensive weapon for the Gators. Richard is able to knock down spot-up shots, pull-up jumpers, and attack the lane with no problem. The Georgia native shoots 57% from beyond the arc with 12.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game. He's scored at least 14 points in five games thus far. On Dec. 4, he logged 14 points with a perfect 4-for-4 from 3-point range.
Why Ohio can cover
Ohio is one of the most effective and efficient offenses in the MAC. The Bobcats are ranked third in scoring (78.1), field-goal percentage (.468), and 3-point percentage (.360). They spread the ball around as they currently sit first in the conference in assists (15). Junior guard Jaylin Hunter has been a key facilitator for the offense. Hunter can push the pace with great court vision to find the open man.
The Connecticut native leads the team in assists (4.4). Additionally, he owns a solid jumper from the perimeter. Hunter makes 37% of his 3-point shots. In his last outing, he dropped 17 points, five rebounds, seven assists, and three steals. Sophomore forward AJ Clayton provides Ohio with a bruiser down low. Clayton has been constantly piling up boards, logging 7-plus in five of his last six games. The Ohio native averages 9.4 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
How to make Ohio vs. Florida picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 147 total points. The model also says one side of the spread hits well over 50% of the time. You can only see the model's pick at SportsLine.
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