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Florida Gators Look to Capitalize on Advantage Against Missouri

Game time: January 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Mizzou Arena — Columbia, MO

Article updated Jan 20, 6:23 AM EST

On Saturday, the Florida Gators will be visiting the Mizzou Arena for a Southeastern Conference clash against the Missouri Tigers. The game will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Game outlook

On Saturday, the Florida Gators will be visiting the Mizzou Arena for a Southeastern Conference clash against the Missouri Tigers. The game will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET. Florida, with a record of 7-6, suffered an 85-66 loss to Tennessee in their previous game. Notably, the Gators have yet to win a game on the road this season, going 0-3 both straight up and against the spread. As for Missouri, they lost 93-75 to Alabama in their last outing and currently hold a record of 4-8. The Tigers have been fairly stronger at home, with a 6-4 record straight up but a poor 2-8 record against the spread. In their sole meeting last season, the Gators emerged victorious with a score of 73-64 and hold a 9-4 lead in the all-time series against Missouri. It is worth noting that Florida's F is out due to injury, while Missouri's G is also sidelined. According to the opening betting lines, Florida is favored to win with a -2.5 spread, and there have been no significant changes to the line since it opened.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Gators -151 | Tigers +125

Spread: Gators -2.5 (-110) | Tigers +2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 160 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 60%.

Florida Gators

Florida ranks 12th in scoring with an average of 85.2 points per game, but their shooting percentage of 45.6% is ranked 140th. Their three-point shooting percentage is even lower at 32.6%, placing them at 238th. The team converts 66.9% of their free-throw attempts, which is ranked 303rd. Defensively, the Gators allow an average of 76.5 points per game, ranking them 300th. Their opponents shoot 42.8% from the field, placing them at 147th, and 33.8% from beyond the arc, ranked 229th. Despite their offensive struggles, Florida excels in rebounding, averaging 42.1 rebounds per game, ranking them 1st. They also average 15.5 assists (54th) and 13.1 turnovers (258th) per game. In terms of overall efficiency, KenPom ranks Florida as the 43rd-best team in the country. They boast the 24th-best offensive efficiency, the 84th-best defensive efficiency, and the 14th-fastest tempo. According to their power ranking of 70, Florida is ranked 8th in offense, scoring an average of 86.38 points per game. However, their defense ranks at a low 289th, allowing an average of 76.00 points per game. They have a season record of 11-6 and a betting record (against the spread) of 6-10-1. Offensively, the Gators have a shooting percentage of 46.61%, ranking them 87th, and a free-throw percentage of 65.85%, which is 325th in the NCAAB. They make an average of 33.24% of their three-pointers, placing them at 212th. Defensively, Florida allows opponents to shoot 42.25% from the field (ranked 121st) and 69.23% from the free-throw line (ranked 89th). They allow opponents to make 33.85% of their three-point attempts, ranking them 235th. In terms of rebounds, the Gators average 45.25 per game, ranking them 1st in the country. They also average 15.81 offensive assists (ranked 54th) and 13.19 turnovers per game

Florida Gators Look to Capitalize on Advantage Against Missouri

Despite a rough start in SEC play with losses in their first two games, the Florida Gators managed to bounce back impressively against Arkansas, securing a convincing 22-point victory and putting up an impressive tally of 90 points. Although the Gators faced a formidable opponent in Tennessee in their most recent game and were outmatched, they possess a clear advantage heading into their matchup against Missouri. Florida's offensive firepower is evident, with their top five scorers each averaging double-digit points. Moreover, the emergence of sophomore guard Riley Kugel, who put up 24 points against Wake Forest and 20 points against Arkansas, has instilled hope and excitement among the UF fanbase for a potential NCAA tournament appearance. Leading scorer Walter Clayton Jr. has showcased his ability to thrive under pressure, recording 23 points against both Kentucky and Ole Miss. Meanwhile, senior guard Zyon Pullin poses a consistent threat from beyond the arc, boasting a 40.6% three-point shooting percentage. Additionally, senior forward Tyrese Samuel has been a key contributor, nearly averaging a double-double while shooting an impressive 61.4% from the field. The Gators excel in sharing the basketball, ranking 54th in assists, and dominate on the glass, holding the top spot in total rebounds. On the other hand, the Tigers do not align well with the Gators in terms of their defensive capabilities, particularly in the interior. Their opponents have converted 61.0% of shots at the rim, exposing their soft defense. Additionally, Missouri falls significantly behind in rebounding, ranking 284th in total rebounds per game. Conversely, Florida ranks second nationally in offensive rebounds per game. It is also worth noting that the Tigers commit nearly 19 fouls per game. Given these factors, it is reasonable to anticipate that the Gators will heavily rely on their presence in the paint, effectively compelling Missouri to incur early foul trouble as they attempt to defend the rim.

Florida Gators Look to Capitalize on Advantage Against Missouri

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