The Florida Atlantic Owls hope to send their betting backers to the pay window on Friday as they look to cover the point spread at Sun Dome against the South Florida Bulls.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The South Florida Bulls betting line opened as -3-point favorites in this college basketball tilt over at Sportsbook but the number may be on the move. Watch for the Sportsbook over/under total as well at Sportsbook.
Florida Atlantic Owls vs South Florida Bulls Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The South Florida Bulls bring a 7-23 record (12-17 ATS) to this tilt against the 10-20 Owls, who are 13-14 ATS. Those OVER/UNDER betting have witnessed South Florida go 17-12 so far and the Florida Atlantic Owls go 14-12-1.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the South Florida Bulls rated this week at No. 334 and the Florida Atlantic Owls sitting at No. 253.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features South Florida's No. 254-ranked scoring average of 64.83 PPG, against a Florida Atlantic Owls defense rated No. 172 and allowing 74.03 PPG. The South Florida Bulls FG% has averaged 42.54% to date this season, more than the Florida Atlantic Owls shooters have managed so far (41.03% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Owls got 19 points from Justin Massey, but it was Marshall that prevailed in a 89-74 final on Wednesday at Legacy Arena.
The Bulls got 23 points from Geno Thorpe, but it was Connecticut that prevailed in a 77-66 final on Thursday at XL Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Florida Atlantic home to Edward Waters, Thursday, November 16th
South Florida at Morgan State, Monday, November 13th