Florida Gators at Texas A&M Aggies Free Prediction 02/12/20

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The Florida Gators (14-9, 6-4 SEC) will be at Reed Arena to challenge the Texas A&M Aggies (11-11, 5-5 SEC) in a SEC matchup. The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, and will air on SEC Network.

Florida Gators at Texas A&M Aggies Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Aggies were blown out by the South Carolina Gamecocks, 74-54, while the Gators were beaten by the Ole Miss Rebels, 68-51.

Florida held Ole Miss to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.8 (below their season average of 27.0) while Texas A&M had a better offensive rebounding percentage (26.8 vs. 28.9). Wendell Mitchell had a solid performance for Texas A&M, finishing with 12 points. Keyontae Johnson, meanwhile fueled Florida with 16 points and 10 rebounds.

The Gators won the lone game between these two teams last season, 81-72. Florida had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.6 vs. 35.3). Texas A&M, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of making free throws (7-10; 70.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Texas A&M currently ranks 334th in possessions per game (65.3) and Florida is 285th (67.2).

Florida vs. Texas A&M ATS Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Texas A&M, ATS Winner – Texas A&M, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Florida ranks 90th in three pointers allowed per game (20.4) while Texas A&M ranks 281st (27.3).
  • The Gators rank 229th in assists per game (11.4) while the Aggies rank 257th (10.4).
  • The Gators rank 40th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Aggies rank 134th (3.7).
  • Florida averages 36.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 127th in the nation. Texas A&M ranks 162nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Gators have scored an average of 65.0 points per game (7.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (2.6 above their season average).
  • The Aggies’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.8, up from 2.5 for the season.