Free NCAA Hoops Pick: Florida vs. Georgia CBB Odds
Looking for Florida Gators vs. Georgia Bulldogs NCAA basketball free picks & CBB odds? CBB betting sees the Gators taking on the Bulldogs on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at the Stegeman Arena in Athens, Georgia. Cappers Picks provides complimentary expert handicapping picks on all college basketball matchups all season long so stay tuned for more FREE daily NCAA basketball predictions like this Gators Bulldogs matchup.
2022 NCAA Basketball Handicapping
(17-11) Florida Gators vs. Georgia Bulldogs (6-22)
Date: Saturday, February 26, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM ET
Venue: Stegeman Arena, Athens, Georgia
CBB Moneyline Odds: Gators N/A / Bulldogs N/A
CBB Betting ATS Odds: Gators -6.5 / Georgia +6.5 (Bet Now!)
CBB Betting Total: O/U 144
SEC action tips on Saturday as the Florida Gators visit the Georgia Bulldogs. This contest is a must-win in Florida’s late bid to sway the NCAA Tournament selection committee
Today’s contest is the second meeting this year between the Gators and Bulldogs. UF downed Georgia 72-63 on Feb. 9. Florida (7-8 SEC) ranks 8th out of its 14-team conference. UGA (1-14) sits last place in the SEC.
The Gators come in as -6.5 favorites for a game they absolutely must win to keep any hope of an at-large March Madness bid.
Florida Gators
Dramatic circumstances give Florida magnetic stretch run appeal while seated among middling SEC groups. Standing 17-11, with a recent one-point win over Auburn, the Gators have positioned themselves to steal a few upcoming W’s and sneak into the field of 68. An upset of Kentucky next week, followed by two SEC tournament victories, should complete that puzzle for UF.
Though, earning those needed resume builders is easier said than done, and a Saturday loss to Georgia destroys any such Florida hope. Still riding hope, the Gators missed another golden opportunity on Tuesday by falling 82-74 vs. surging Arkansas.
The defensive verve that sealed Florida’s key win over the Tigers disappeared late against the Razorbacks. Now, a complete effort is required for Colin Castelton and Co. to fight off plucky host UGA.
The Gators average 104.2 points per 100 possessions and allow 96.4. Florida’s offensive goals are still hit-and-miss, as the team shoots 42/30/73% while lobbing 26.2 3PA per game. Expect an uptick in the Gators’ outside shooting opposite defensively challenged Georgia.
Georgia Bulldogs
There isn’t much to say about Bulldogs basketball other than the team is challenged. The ‘Dawgs have dropped their last eight contests, and are 1-16 since Dec. 22.
Host Texas A&M scored a 91-77 win over UGA last Tues. to dampen Georgia momentum this weekend against desperate Florida.
During their protracted losing streak, the Bulldogs did enjoy a 4-1 ATS mark from Jan. 25 through Feb. 9. However, Tom Crean’s latest group has lost is last four against the spread. Major defensive lapses have seen Georgia cede 80 points or more in each of those contests.
The Bulldogs average 100.2 points per 100 possessions and allow 111. UGA is among the nation’s worst defensive groups and opponents shoot 47 percent overall and 34 percent from deep against the Bulldogs.
UGA’s lone bright spot is the recent play of sophomore Kario Oquendo. The 6-4 guard netted a season-high 33 points in his last outing versus Texas A&M.
Georgia nets 44/32/75% shooting.
CBB Betting Trends:
- Georgia is 0-4 ATS in its last four games.
- Georgia is 9-18-1 ATS this season.
- Georgia is 1-3 ATS in its last four home games.
- Georgia is 5-11-1 ATS this season at home.
- Florida is 7-5 ATS this season in day games.
Free Florida Gators vs. Georgia Bulldogs NCAAB Betting Prediction:
As stated throughout this preview, it’s now or never for this Florida collection. A prideful senior group, led by Colin Castelton and Tyree Appleby, realize a letdown vs. spoiler UGA would help end their college basketball careers on a sour note.
That stated, expect the best version of battle-tested Florida on Saturday. While the Gators won’t light up the scoreboard -even against Georgia- enough UF threes will drop as Castelton controls the inside to lead a comfortable Florida road win.
Take the Florida Gators with the points this Saturday as they seek another win heading into tense early March waters.
4* Free CBB Betting Pick: Gators ATS -6.5
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