Many eyes in the college basketball world will be on BB&T Center Saturday as the Florida Gators look to beat the odds vs the Charlotte 49ers in NCAA hoops betting action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Charlotte 49ers opened as 17.5-point underdogs in this one at most sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total was set to open a bit later (check out Sportsbook for the latest situation).
Charlotte 49ers vs Florida Gators Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Florida Gators sit at 7-3 (5-4 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Charlotte 49ers are currently 6-3 (3-3-1 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Florida is 4-5 OU, and Charlotte is 1-5-1 OU.
The Gators - 49ers odds would favor the Gators if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Florida is rated No. 55 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Charlotte is at No. 144.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up Florida's No. 103 nationally ranked offense (76.8 points per game) against a Charlotte 49ers defense that sits as the No. 239 at 79.89 PPG. The Florida Gators have been averaging 44.14% from the field, less than the 49ers have managed so far this season (44.86% on average).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Charlotte suffered a 91-74 loss against Wake Forest on Tuesday, getting 20 points from Braxton Ogbueze in a losing effort at Joel Coliseum.
The Gators endured a 83-78 loss at the hands of the Seminoles on Sunday, despite a 21-point effort from Kasey Hill at Tucker Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Charlotte at Maryland, Tuesday, December 20th
Florida at Arkansas-Little Rock, Wednesday, December 21st