The Florida Gators (2-2) face off against the Saint Joseph’s Hawks (2-2) in the Charleston Classic at TD Arena. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019, and will air on ESPN2.
Florida Gators vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Hawks were beaten by the Loyola Chicago Ramblers, 85-68, while the Gators lost a winnable game to the UConn Huskies, 62-59.
Florida held UConn to an effective field goal percentage of 0.390 (below their season average of 0.475) while Saint Joseph’s had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.9 (above their season average of 28.9). Saint Joseph’s was led by Ryan Daly, who contributed 13 points, 10 rebounds and six assists. Andrew Nembhard, meanwhile played a key role for Florida with 14 points, seven assists and five rebounds.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball security could play an integral role in this battle. Since last season, Saint Joseph’s has committed the third-fewest miscues in the country (turnover percentage of 14.3 percent), while the disruptive defense of Florida has forced the 30th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.2 percent). Also, the 56th-ranked defense of the Gators (opponents’ effective field goal percentage of 0.477) will face off against the 296th-ranked offense of the Hawks (effective field goal percentage of 0.481).
Florida Gators vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Florida, ATS Winner – Florida, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Florida ranks 30th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 268th (15.1).
- The Hawks rank 44th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Gators rank 121st (6.1).
- Saint Joseph’s ranks 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Florida ranks 83rd (2.9).
- The Gators rank 75th in three pointers allowed per game (20.6) while the Hawks rank 284th (25.4).
- Florida ranks 140th in rebounds allowed per game (34.6) while Saint Joseph’s ranks 275th (37.9).
