Colgate Raiders vs Florida Gators NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/21

The Colgate Raiders will visit the #23 Florida Gators on Sunday, December 21, 2025. The game will take place at the Exactech Arena in Gainesville, Florida. This is a non-conference game, with the Raiders representing the Patriot League and the Gators coming from the Southeastern Conference.

Colgate holds a 6-5 record in the current season, while Florida stands at 7-4. The Raiders are 2-4 on the road, whereas the Gators have a strong 6-3 record at home. The game is set to be broadcast on SEC TV. The point spread favors Florida by 29.5 points. The total for the over/under is set at 154.5 points.

Colgate Raiders vs Florida Gators Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Colgate Raiders vs #23 Florida Gators
  • Venue: Exactech Arena, Gainesville FL
  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Colgate Spread: +29.5 (-113)
    • Florida Spread: -29.5 (-113)
    • Over/Under: 154.5
    • Over Odds: (-114)
    • Under Odds: (-112)

Colgate Raiders Team Preview

The Colgate Raiders have a record of 6-5 this season. On the road, they have faced challenges, winning only 2 out of 6 games. They play in the Patriot League, where every game counts toward their standing.

The Raiders score an average of 77.5 points per game. Their field goal percentage stands at 50.1%, which ranks them 29th in the nation. Despite their shooting accuracy, they struggle with free throws, ranking 371st in free throws made per game.

Jalen Cox is a key player for the Raiders, averaging 16 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. Andrew Alekseyenko also contributes significantly, with 14.9 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Their performance is crucial to the team’s success in upcoming games.

Florida Gators Team Preview

The Florida Gators recently had a big win against St. Francis (PA), scoring 102 points. They shot 61.0% from the field in that game. Alex Condon and Rueben Chinyelu were top performers with Condon scoring 14 points and Chinyelu grabbing 11 rebounds.

In their game against George Washington, the Gators won by 10 points, scoring 80. Xaivian Lee was the leading scorer with 24 points and also had 6 rebounds. Thomas Haugh contributed with 19 points and 7 rebounds.

The Gators faced a tough challenge against Connecticut, losing by 4 points. Xaivian Lee led the team with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Alex Condon added 14 points and 9 rebounds, but it was not enough for a win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Florida Gators are favored by 29.5 points against the Colgate Raiders. Florida scores 83.8 points per game, while Colgate allows a high number of points due to their lower defensive stats. With Florida’s strong rebounding and offensive pace, they are likely to cover the -29.5 spread. The projected score is Florida 90, Colgate 58.

The total for the game is set at 154.5 points. Florida’s high-scoring offense, combined with Colgate’s efficient shooting, suggests a game with plenty of points. Both teams have weaknesses in defense, which should lead to a high-scoring affair. The recommended pick is the over at 154.5 points. The projected total is 148 points.