The Texas A&M Aggies (7-9, 1-4 SEC) will be at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center to challenge the Florida Gators (10-7, 2-3 SEC) in a SEC matchup. The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, and will air on SEC Network.
Texas A&M Aggies at Florida Gators ATS Odds
In their last game, the Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs, 62-52, while the Aggies were blown out by the Missouri Tigers, 66-43.
The Gators forced 20 turnovers and held the Bulldogs to an effective field goal percentage of 0.453 (below their season average of 0.514). Texas A&M, on the other hand, had a free throw rate of 0.260 (above their season average of 0.257). Florida’s KeVaughn Allen had a good outing, putting up 13 points. Texas A&M, meanwhile, was led by Josh Nebo, who had 12 points and five rebounds.
The Gators won the only contest between these two teams last year, 83-66. The Gators’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Aggies. Florida had a rate of 9.8, while Texas A&M posted a mark of 19.7. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
When considering effective field goal percentage, Florida should have a considerable advantage. The Gators defense ranks 56th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.471), while the Texas A&M offense is ranked 281st in effective field goal percentage (0.486). Additionally, the Aggies rank 57th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.1 percent), while the Gators rank 260th in defensive rebounding percentage (70.0 percent).
Texas A&M at Florida Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Florida, ATS Winner – Texas A&M, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Florida ranks 55th in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while Texas A&M ranks 251st in three pointers allowed per game (26.2).
- The Gators rank 47th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Aggies rank 156th in blocks allowed per game (4.8).
- Florida ranks 41st in steals per game (7.9) while Texas A&M ranks 114th (6.4).
- The Aggies rank 36th in rebounds per game (39.4) while the Gators rank 188th (34.8).
- Florida ranks 40th in assists allowed per game (11.1) while Texas A&M ranks 182nd (14.6).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Gators have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (4.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.6 points per game (3.4 above their season average).
- The Aggies’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 10.8, up from 0.3 for the season.
