The Memphis Tigers will try to pay off for their supporters and betting fans on Thursday when they play host to the South Florida Bulls at Amway Center in NCAA basketball odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The South Florida Bulls opened as 7-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).
South Florida Bulls vs Memphis Tigers Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The South Florida Bulls will look to cover the spread vs the Memphis Tigers on Thursday, as the Bulls are 10-17-1 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Tigers are 13-14-1 ATS. South Florida is 15-13 against the total, while Memphis is 15-13 versus the total betting line.
The Tigers - Bulls odds would favor the Tigers if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Memphis is rated No. 220 in the current Odds Shark poll, while South Florida is at No. 332.
Statistical Matchup
Rating these schools in several key categories is important for handicappers and Memphis has the nation's No. 196-rated offensive output, at 71.03 PPG. The visiting South Florida Bulls defense ranks No. 98 allowing on average 70.35 PPG. The Tigers FG% has averaged 45.03% so far, more than the Memphis Bulls marksmen have achieved on the year, 41.56% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Bulls got 21 points from David Collins as South Florida ran past Southern Methodist 65-54 on Sunday at Sun Dome.
The Tigers blew out East Carolina on Sunday, running up a 20+ point victory in a 90-70 win at FedExForum.