Florida A&M Rattlers vs. North Florida Ospreys Betting Prediction

Victor TrejosBasketball, College Basketball

The North Florida Ospreys (2-5) will be at home in UNF Arena when they square off against the Florida A&M Rattlers (2-4). The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 29, 2018.

Florida A&M Rattlers at North Florida Ospreys Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last outing. The Ospreys were blown out by the Florida Gators, 98-66, while the Rattlers were beaten by the Loyola Marymount Lions, 71-63.

Florida A&M had a better turnover percentage (19.2 vs. 22.1) while North Florida did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (9-11; 81.8 percent). Noah Horchler had a good game for North Florida, putting up 16 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Florida A&M was led by Justin Ravenel, who finished with 19 points.

The Ospreys won the only game between these two teams last year, 101-89. North Florida made 16 of its 35 three pointers (45.7 percent). Florida A&M, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.186 vs. 0.099).

Contrasting tempos will be on display in this contest. North Florida ranks 17th in possessions per game (74.5) while Florida A&M is 196th (69.4) dating back to last season. ,

Florida A&M at North Florida Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – North Florida, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • North Florida ranks 14th in three pointers attempted per game (28.2) while Florida A&M ranks 291st (18.1).
  • The Rattlers rank 163rd in steals allowed per game (6.3) while the Ospreys rank 266th (8.5).
  • North Florida ranks 98th in blocks per game (3.8) while Florida A&M ranks 138th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
  • The Ospreys rank 103rd in assists per game (14.6) while the Rattlers rank 295th (11.2).
  • North Florida ranks 169th in rebounds per game (35.4) while Florida A&M ranks 303rd (31.8).