Kentucky Wildcats vs Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/5

The #18 Kentucky Wildcats will take on the #11 Gonzaga Bulldogs on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. The game will be held at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN2. The Wildcats come into this non-conference game as the underdogs with a spread of +5.5, while the Bulldogs are favored at -5.5.

Kentucky has a season record of 5-3 and has struggled away from home with a 0-2 record. On the other hand, Gonzaga has a strong start to the season with a 7-1 record and remains unbeaten at home. The Wildcats will rely on players like Denzel Aberdeen, who averages 13.5 points per game, while Gonzaga’s Graham Ike, averaging 15.0 points per game, will be a key player to watch. Both teams will aim to secure a win in this exciting game.

Kentucky Wildcats vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Kentucky Wildcats vs Gonzaga Bulldogs
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville TN
  • Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Kentucky Spread +5.5 (-111), Gonzaga Spread -5.5 (-112), Kentucky MoneyLine +187, Gonzaga MoneyLine -238, Over/Under 159.5

Kentucky Wildcats Team Preview

The Kentucky Wildcats come into the game with a 5-3 record. They have struggled on the road, losing both away games this season. Ranked #18 in the AP poll, they are part of the Southeastern Conference.

Kentucky averages 86.6 points per game, placing them 56th nationally. Their field goal percentage stands at 49.8, which is 39th overall. On defense, they average 7.1 steals per game, though this ranks low compared to other teams.

Otega Oweh and Denzel Aberdeen are key players for Kentucky. Oweh averages 13.4 points per game, while Aberdeen leads slightly with 13.5 points per game. Malachi Moreno contributes significantly in rebounds, averaging 7.8 per game.

Gonzaga Bulldogs Team Preview

The Gonzaga Bulldogs have been strong at home, winning all six games so far this season. They scored big wins against teams like Maryland and Alabama. Against Maryland, they scored 100 points with a field goal percentage of 57.8%.

Gonzaga’s offense ranks 20th in points per game with 90.8. Their rebounding is also solid, averaging 44.6 per game, placing them 8th in the nation. They are effective inside the arc, with a 2-point percentage of 59.5%.

Braden Huff and Graham Ike have been standout players for the Bulldogs. Huff averages 15.8 points per game, while Ike scores 15.0 per game. Their strong performances have helped Gonzaga maintain a 7-1 record this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The spread for the game is set with Gonzaga as the favorite at -5.5. Given Gonzaga’s high scoring average of 90.8 points per game, compared to Kentucky’s 86.6, Gonzaga is likely to cover the spread. The projected score suggests Gonzaga will win by more than 5.5 points, making Gonzaga -5.5 a solid pick.

The over/under is set at 159.5 points. Both teams have strong offensive stats, with Gonzaga averaging 90.8 points and Kentucky at 86.6 points per game. This indicates a high-scoring game, potentially surpassing the total of 159.5 points. Therefore, taking the over on 159.5 is recommended.