Merrimack College Warriors vs Florida Gators NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/21

The Merrimack College Warriors are set to take on the Florida Gators on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. This non-conference game will be held at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. The Warriors, part of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, come into the game with a 2-3 record.

The Florida Gators, ranked #10 in the nation, are part of the Southeastern Conference. They hold a 3-1 record this season. Florida is the clear favorite in this matchup, with a spread of -36.5. The game will be broadcast on SEC TV.

Merrimack College Warriors vs Florida Gators Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Merrimack College Warriors vs Florida Gators
  • Venue: Exactech Arena, Gainesville FL
  • Date: Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Merrimack College Warriors Spread: +36.5 (-115)
    • Florida Gators Spread: -36.5 (-109)
    • Merrimack College Warriors MoneyLine: +3300
    • Florida Gators MoneyLine: -10000
    • Over: 159.5 (-114)
    • Under: 159.5 (-110)

Merrimack College Warriors Team Preview

The Merrimack College Warriors have played five games this season, with a record of 2-3. Their most recent win was against the Maine Black Bears, with a score of 72-65. In that game, Kevair Kennedy stood out with 23 points and six rebounds.

The Warriors have a season average of 69.6 points per game. Their shooting accuracy is at 38.5%, placing them low in field goal percentage rankings. They attempt a high number of three-pointers, making an average of 9.2 per game.

Ernest Shelton is a key player for the Warriors, averaging 21 points per game. Kevair Kennedy also contributes significantly with an average of 13.2 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. The team struggles with turnovers, averaging 12.4 per game, which is an area for improvement.

Florida Gators Team Preview

The Florida Gators have shown strong performances at home this season. They won all three of their home games, with victories over Miami, Florida State, and North Florida. Their win against North Florida was their most decisive, with a 40-point margin.

Offensively, the Gators are scoring 87.8 points per game. They lead the nation in total rebounds per game, averaging 52.8. However, their three-point shooting is low, at 23.5%, ranking them last in the nation.

Key players for the Gators include Thomas Haugh and Alex Condon. Haugh is averaging 19 points per game, while Condon is contributing 17 points per game. Rueben Chinyelu is also notable for his rebounding, grabbing 9.5 per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Florida Gators are favored by 36.5 points against Merrimack College. Florida scores 87.8 points per game and plays at a fast pace with 77.2 possessions per game. Merrimack struggles offensively with only 69.6 points per game. Given these stats, Florida is likely to cover the -36.5 spread.

The over/under for the game is set at 159.5 points. Florida’s high-scoring offense and Merrimack’s weaker defense suggest a high total. However, Merrimack’s slow pace with 65.4 possessions per game might limit scoring. The projected score is Florida 95, Merrimack 60. The recommendation is to take the under 159.5.