Colgate Raiders at South Florida Bulls Betting Prediction

Victor TrejosBasketball, College Basketball

Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Colgate Raiders (5-2) head to South Florida to take on the Bulls (5-2). Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 30, 2018, and can be seen on ESPN 3.

Colgate Raiders vs. South Florida Bulls Betting Odds

Both teams beat their last opponent. The Bulls defeated the Stetson Hatters 75-71, while the Raiders beat the Siena Saints 84-79.

The Raiders made 15 of their 19 free throws (78.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.651 (above their season average of 0.533). Meanwhile, South Florida played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.375 (above their season average of 0.295) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 46.2 (above their season average of 32.6). For those same stats, Stetson recorded marks of 0.140 and 29.4, respectively. South Florida was led by Alexis Yetna, who finished with 18 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Rapolas Ivanauskas played a key role for Colgate with 16 points and 11 rebounds.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams face off. South Florida ranks 330th in possessions per game (66.3) and Colgate is 310th (67.1) since the 2017-18 season.

Colgate Raiders vs. South Florida Bulls ATS Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – South Florida, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Colgate ranks 45th in three pointers attempted per game (25.4) while South Florida ranks 285th (18.5).
  • The Bulls rank 225th in rebounds per game (34.4) while the Raiders rank 248th (33.8).
  • Colgate ranks 214th in steals per game (5.6) while South Florida ranks 221st in steals allowed per game (6.8).
  • The Raiders rank 149th in assists allowed per game (13.1) while the Bulls rank 231st (14.2).
  • Colgate ranks 161st in blocks per game (3.3) while South Florida ranks 240th (2.6).