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Florida State Seminoles to Clash with Stanford Cardinal in Highly Anticipated ACC Battle, Cardinal Favored By 4.5 Points

In an upcoming ACC clash, the Florida State Seminoles will face off against the Stanford Cardinal. Both teams currently hold a 13-6 record, with the Seminoles standing at 12-7 against the spread and the Cardinal at 11-8 ATS. The Seminoles are coming off a road defeat against California, while the Cardinal secured a home win against Miami in their most recent game. Stanford is the betting favorite in this matchup, opening at -4 with the current line at Stanford -4.5. Read on for a prediction on this game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Seminoles +167 | Cardinal -203
• Spread: Seminoles +4.5 (-110) | Cardinal -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Stanford will win straight-up is 67%.

Florida St. vs Stanford Stats

Florida St. Seminoles

The Florida State Seminoles are currently seeking their fifth conference win after starting the season 0-2 in conference play. They have shown improvement by defeating Miami, Pittsburgh, and Georgia Tech in recent weeks. However, they faced defensive struggles in a recent loss against California. Key players such as Jamir Watkins and Malique Ewin have been performing well this season, while Taylor Bol Bowen and Daquan Davis have also made significant contributions. The Seminoles are currently ranked 68th in DI according to Ken Pomeroy's ratings and have a power ranking of 113. Offensively, they are averaging 78.2 points per game and shooting 46.82% from the field. Defensively, they are allowing an average of 70.6 points per game and have a field goal percentage of 40.33%. Overall, the Seminoles have a record of 13-6 this season and have covered the spread in 12 out of 19 games.

Stanford Cardinal Analysis

The Stanford Cardinal basketball team is on a successful streak, with four wins in their past five games in the ACC conference. Led by standout player Maxime Raynaud, who has been consistently scoring over 20 points in recent games, the team has shown strong offensive capabilities. Other key players like Jaylen Blakes and Oziyah Sellers have also been contributing to the team's success. Defensively, the Cardinal have limited opponents to 65 or fewer points in three of their past five games. Overall, Stanford has a power ranking of 64 and is currently 13-6 for the season, with a strong home court record. They are ranked #125 for offense and #142 for defense in terms of points scored and allowed per game. In addition to their offensive skills, the Cardinal also showcase good performance on defense by limiting opponents' field goal percentages and three-point shooting.

Florida State Seminoles' Dominant Defense Shines Against Stanford Cardinal's Three-Point Heavy Offense

The Florida State Seminoles have shown strong performance in their recent games, winning four out of their last six matchups. On the other hand, the Stanford Cardinal, although winning games, do not excel in any particular area. The team heavily relies on top scorer Maxime Raynaud, who averages 21 points per game. Despite Raynaud's offensive prowess, the Seminoles have a formidable defense that can effectively contain him. With a defensive rating of 99.1 points allowed per 100 possessions, the Seminoles outshine the Cardinal who allow 104.1 points per 100 possessions. Additionally, Stanford heavily relies on three-point shooting, attempting an average of 25 three-pointers per game, but the Seminoles are adept at defending shots from beyond the arc, limiting opponents to a 30.5% success rate.

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