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South Florida Bulls Favored to Beat Tulsa Golden Hurricane in AAC Showdown at Yuengling Center

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane will face off against the South Florida Bulls in an American Athletic Conference game at the Yuengling Center on Saturday. Tulsa comes into the game with a record of 8-9, having won their last two games and four of their last six. South Florida, with a record of 9-8, has lost their last two games after a four-game winning streak was snapped. Tulsa will be missing Isaiah Barnes and Jared Garcia, while Braeden Carrington is questionable. South Florida has no players listed on the injury report. South Florida opens as the betting favorite at -8.5. Be sure to read a detailed prediction for this match-up and check out our top NCAAB picks for Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs. South Florida Bulls.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Hurricane +320 | Bulls -400
• Spread: Golden Hurricane +8.5 (-110) | Bulls -8.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that South Florida will win straight-up is 80%.

Tulsa vs South Florida Stats

Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball team has an average of 74.8 points scored per game and 73.6 points allowed per game, ranking 192nd and 245th respectively. Offensively, they shoot 42.4% and 32.2% from 3-point territory, while defensively allowing opponents to shoot 44.0% and 33.8% from 3-point territory. Dwon Odom leads the team in scoring with 13.4 points per game and 54.4% shooting. Keaston Willis follows with 13.3 points per game on 39.6% shooting. The team averages 38.6 rebounds per game, with Ian Smikle leading with 6.2 rebounds per game. Braeden Carrington leads in steals and blocked shots. Tulsa is currently ranked 193 in offense, 243 in defense, with a power ranking of 276, and has a season record of 8-9 (5-10 ATS). They shoot 42.43% from the field and 68.23% from free throws, while allowing 43.98% field goals and 67.30% free throws defensively. They average 13.71 offensive assists, 11.65 turnovers, 12.65 defensive assists, and 11.00 turnovers per game.

South Florida Bulls Analysis

The South Florida Bulls have a strong offense, ranking 90th in the nation with an average of 78.75 points per game. They shoot 47.86% from the field and 35.20% from three-point range. Defensively, they struggle, giving up an average of 73.69 points per game and allowing opponents to shoot 43.38% from the field. They are ranked 247th in defense. The Bulls are 9-8 overall and 6-10 against the spread. Key players include Jayden Reid, who leads the team in scoring and assists, and Jamille Reynolds, who is a strong rebounder and shot blocker. In their last 3 matchups against Tulsa, South Florida went 2-1. For expert advice on NCAAB betting, consult the top handicappers.

South Florida Bulls Expected to Dominate Tulsa with High-Scoring Offense

The South Florida Bulls are anticipated to outscore the opposition, including Tulsa, due to their potent offense, which averages 79 points per game. The team boasts the 43rd best field goal shooting percentage in the nation at 48.2% and a solid 3-point shooting rate of 35.2%. In contrast, Tulsa has struggled with shooting percentages of 42.4% overall and 32.2% from beyond the arc. This inefficiency in shooting has led to Tulsa failing to cover the spread in the majority of their recent games. Conversely, South Florida has covered the spread in many of their recent matchups, showcasing their strength. Ultimately, the lackluster defense of the Golden Hurricane is expected to be a significant factor against the formidable offense of the Bulls.

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