Florida Gators vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/25
Betting on today’s Gators and Volunteers game? Catch the action at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN, as the Volunteers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -4.5 vs. Florida in a Southeastern conference matchup.
FLORIDA GATORS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Tennessee Volunteers -4.5
This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, February 1st.
WHY BET THE TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Volunteers.
- Not only will Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.
Will the Gators Make it Happen in Knoxville?
Florida Gators Recent Game/Games
The Gators moved to 18-2 on the season with an 89-59 win over Georgia on Saturday. Florida, who were -11.5 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 148 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.
Florida dominated early, leading 51-26 at halftime. They added 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 to Georgia.
Florida’s offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 89 points on 53.1% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.4%, thanks in large part to their 65.8% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 26 threes, good for 34.6%, and they were efficient at the free-throw line, knocking down 12 of 15 for 80%.
The Gators also dominated the offensive glass, pulling down 16 offensive rebounds, and dished out 19 assists. Walter Clayton Jr. and Alijah Martin both scored 17 points, with Martin shooting 63.6% from the field. Will Richard added 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range.
Despite giving up 59 points, the Gators allowed their opponent to shoot 53% from the field, including 65% on two-point attempts (25/38). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 9 of 26 threes, good for 34%.
Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 12 free throws for 80%. The Gators also gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Volunteers Lock in a Home Win?
Tennessee Volunteers Recent Game/Games
Tennessee’s season record fell to 17-4 after a 78-73 home loss to Kentucky on Tuesday. The Volunteers were -10.5 favorites but couldn’t cover the spread.
They led 33-30 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 40. The game’s total points of 151 went over the 146.5 O/U line.
Tennessee’s offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 34.7% overall and 24.4% from three-point range, hitting 11 of 45 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, but they did manage to grab 18 offensive rebounds and dish out 14 assists.
Igor Miličić Jr. led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Koby Brea was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots, including 3 threes, to finish with 18 points.
Even though Tennessee held their opponent to 34% shooting, they still gave up 78 points. The Volunteers allowed 51% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponent hitting 14 of 27 two-point attempts.
From three-point range, Tennessee’s defense forced 45 attempts, with their opponent making 11, shooting 24%. The Volunteers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 70%.