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Florida Gators to Face Auburn Tigers in Final Four Showdown: Florida Favored to Win with Opening Line at -2.5

The (34-4) Florida team will face off against the (32-5) Auburn team in the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday. Florida previously defeated Auburn 90-81 in their regular season matchup. Florida advanced to the Final Four by defeating Texas Tech in the Elite 8, while Auburn advanced by defeating Michigan State. Florida is the current betting favorite with a line opening at -2.5. Stay tuned for our Florida vs. Auburn prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Gators -150 | Tigers +130
• Spread: Gators -2.5 (-110) | Tigers +2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 159.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 60%.

Florida vs Auburn Stats

Florida Gators

The Florida Gators have had a successful season, highlighted by their victory over the Auburn Tigers in the middle of the SEC season. Led by top scorer Walter Clayton Jr., the Gators have shown strength in perimeter shooting and size up front. With Clayton averaging 18.1 PPG and 4.2 APG, and teammates like Alijah Martin and Will Richard also contributing offensively, the Gators have been able to win their last ten games against tough competition. Defensively, they rank 10th in efficiency and play at a fast pace. Overall, the Gators have a power ranking of 3 and excel in offensive statistics, such as shooting percentages and rebounding. Defensively, they are strong against three-point shooting and rank highly in defensive rebounding. Heading into the Final Four, the Gators are a formidable opponent with a well-rounded and efficient team.

Auburn Tigers Analysis

The Auburn Tigers, as the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, are facing the challenge of proving themselves against the momentum-driven Florida team. Despite being ranked number one for most of the season, Auburn finds themselves as slight underdogs in this matchup. Led by standout player Johni Broome, who was the SEC Player of the Year and is averaging a double-double with impressive stats, Auburn has shown their strength in recent victories over top teams like Michigan and Michigan State. Along with key players like Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones contributing on both offense and defense, Auburn ranks highly in offensive and defensive efficiency according to KenPom. Their strong offensive and defensive statistics paint them as a formidable opponent, with impressive shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. It will be a test of their skills and determination as they face off against Florida in this crucial matchup.

Auburn's Impressive Season Overlooked as Underdog in Final Four Battle Against Duke

Auburn's impressive performance this season, which includes dominating the toughest conference in the regular season, seems to have been overlooked by the public. ESPN currently ranks Auburn as the biggest underdog with +550 odds to win the National Championship in the Final Four, while Duke is listed at even money. Auburn boasts the top true post player in the game, alongside four other scoring guards capable of going up against Florida's perimeter players. With Broome's recent standout performance of 25 points and 14 rebounds against Michigan State, he is expected to deliver a similar showing. Florida's guards are strong, but Auburn's lineup of Baker-Mazara, Jones, Kelly, and Pettiford will not be outshone. Expect a competitive matchup between these conference rivals, making Auburn a solid choice to cover the spread. I recommend taking Auburn plus the points in what promises to be an exciting battle.

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