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Florida Gators Favored to Win Against Vanderbilt in SEC Showdown at O'Connell Center

The highly anticipated SEC matchup between Vanderbilt and #6 Florida is set to take place at 7:00 p.m. EST at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. In their only regular season meeting of 2025, the Commodores will look to continue their recent success against the Gators, having won three of their past four head-to-head matchups. Florida opens as the betting favorite at -13, with the line remaining steady leading up to the game. Stay tuned for this Vanderbilt vs. Florida prediction and other NCAAB picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Commodores +525 | Gators -770
• Spread: Commodores +13 (-110) | Gators -13 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 156 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 89%.

Vanderbilt vs Florida Stats

Vanderbilt Commodores

Vanderbilt's recent loss in Norman marked their third consecutive defeat on the road, highlighting their struggles away from home this season. As a team vying for an NCAA Tournament spot, securing wins in SEC road games is crucial for their resume. Offensively, the Commodores have shown strength, averaging 81.2 points per game, led by Jason Edwards with 17.5 points per game. Their shooting percentages are solid, with 46.0% from the field, 33.0% from beyond the arc, and 74.4% from the free throw line. However, their defense has been concerning on the road, allowing an average of 82.2 points on 51.4% shooting in away games. In order to improve their chances, the Commodores will need to focus on tightening up their defense and handling the upcoming trip with better results.

Florida Gators Analysis

The Florida Gators recently suffered a setback with a loss in Knoxville but are returning home with a strong offensive lineup, led by Walter Clayton Jr. The team is known for averaging 83.3 points per game, with impressive shooting percentages and strong offensive rebounding. Defensively, the Gators allow the second-fewest points in the SEC and have a solid track record of limiting opponents' shooting percentages. Despite this recent loss, the team's power ranking is high and they are ranked well for both offense and defense. With a solid overall record and strong performance statistics, the Gators are looking to bounce back and secure a win in their upcoming game.

Florida Favored Over Vanderbilt in Tuesday Night Matchup

The upcoming matchup between Vanderbilt and Florida appears to heavily favor the Gators due to Vanderbilt's defensive struggles in their recent road games. Allowing over 95 points in each of their last two games, Vanderbilt may find it difficult to contain the offensive power of Florida. On the other hand, Florida has displayed impressive defensive stats at home, holding opponents to an average of 59.5 points and 34.7% shooting. With a strong track record of preventing teams from scoring over 60 points at home, the Gators are poised for success in this upcoming game. Based on these factors, it is recommended to take Florida to win and cover the spread on Tuesday night.

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