An interesting Big 12/SEC Challenge game is scheduled for Saturday night when the Florida Gators (12-8) visit the Kansas State Wildcats (17-3). Florida enters having won four of their last five games, while Kansas State has won two of their last three. Below is my college basketball pick for Florida vs Kansas State.
Florida vs Kansas State Betting Pick
| ℹ️ The Pick: | Kansas State -5.5 |
| ? Recommended Sportsbook Promo: | Second Chance Bet up to $500 at BetRivers |
| ? Promo Code: | SPORTS |
This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum at 6:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 28, 2023.
Why Bet Kansas State -5.5
✅ Kansas State is 7-1 against the spread in their last eight games played.
✅ The Wildcats are 10-0 in their last 10 home games.
✅ Florida is 2-5 ATS in their last seven games against the Big 12.
NCAABB
Florida Gators
Kansas State Wildcats
Team Stats Per Game
Advanced Game Stats
Offense/Defense
| FL | Advanced Game Stats | KANST |
|---|---|---|
| 71.6 | Pace | 69.2 |
| 121.0 | Off.Rate | 99.4 |
| .323 | FTr | .272 |
| .448 | 3PAr | .360 |
| .576 | TS% | .524 |
| 56.7 | TRB% | 48.3 |
| 50.6 | AST% | 53.0 |
| 11.2 | STL% | 10.3 |
| 12.9 | BLK% | 8.0 |
| .547 | eFG% | .488 |
| 12.7 | TOV% | 17.7 |
| 40.3 | ORB% | 31.2 |
| .235 | TF/FGA | .207 |
Defense/Offense
| FL | Advanced Game Stats | KANST |
|---|---|---|
| 71.6 | Pace | 69.2 |
| 93.4 | Off.Rate | 113.2 |
| .266 | FTr | .312 |
| .344 | 3PAr | .420 |
| .477 | TS% | .573 |
| 43.3 | TRB% | 51.7 |
| 39.7 | AST% | 60.8 |
| 8.5 | STL% | 12.7 |
| 8.1 | BLK% | 9.0 |
| .439 | eFG% | .552 |
| 16.0 | TOV% | 15.3 |
| 28.5 | ORB% | 34.1 |
| .196 | TF/FGA | .212 |
Betting Trends
| FL | Betting Trends | KANST |
|---|---|---|
| OVERALL | OVERALL | |
| 2-1-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 2-1-0 |
| 3-0-0 | ATS W/L/P | 3-0-0 |
| 64.67 | Avg Score | 75.67 |
| 57.67 | Avg Opp Score | 73.33 |
| AWAY | HOME | |
| 2-1-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 3-0-0 |
| 3-0-0 | ATS W/L/P | 3-0-0 |
| 60 | Avg Score | 72 |
| 56.33 | Avg Opp Score | 65.67 |
| FL | Betting Trends | KANST |
|---|---|---|
| OVERALL | OVERALL | |
| 4-1-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 3-2-0 |
| 5-0-0 | ATS W/L/P | 4-1-0 |
| 66.8 | Avg Score | 72 |
| 58.6 | Avg Opp Score | 71.8 |
| AWAY | HOME | |
| 2-3-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 5-0-0 |
| 4-1-0 | ATS W/L/P | 4-1-0 |
| 58.2 | Avg Score | 74.2 |
| 58.4 | Avg Opp Score | 67.6 |
| FL | Betting Trends | KANST |
|---|---|---|
| OVERALL | OVERALL | |
| 6-4-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 8-2-0 |
| 7-3-0 | ATS W/L/P | 8-2-0 |
| 67.2 | Avg Score | 79.9 |
| 60.5 | Avg Opp Score | 75.4 |
| AWAY | HOME | |
| 4-6-0 | Win/Loss/Tie | 10-0-0 |
| 6-4-0 | ATS W/L/P | 8-2-0 |
| 64.3 | Avg Score | 73.7 |
| 65.3 | Avg Opp Score | 61.7 |
Head to Head
Teams Last 10
Best Florida vs Kansas State Sportsbook Promo
Those looking for peace of mind when betting on this SEC vs Big 12 game can find just that at BetRivers. There, bettors can use their second chance bet promo to wager on Florida vs Kansas State with their first BetRivers wager. If that bet comes up short, bettors will get their money back in site credit, with a maximum reimbursement amount of $500 up for grabs.
Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-Gambler 21+
Florida Gators
Florida hosted the South Carolina Gamecocks and easily won 81-60. Surprisingly, this game was close for the first 10 minutes, but the Vols went on a big run and ended the first half leading by 13 points. It was much of the same in the second half as the Bulldogs were completely noncompetitive on the night. Florida led by as many as 31 points, never trailed in the game, and covered the -15.5-point spread.
Myreon Jones had nine points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, and one steal on the night. Colin Castleton added 18 points, three rebounds, three assists, and four blocks in the victory.
Through 20 games, Florida is scoring 72.8 points per game, shooting 44.1% from the field, and assisting on 12.7 made shots. The Gators are allowing 65.1 points, grabbing 36.0 rebounds, blocking 6.1 shots, and stealing the ball 6.7 times.
Kansas State Wildcats
Kansas State visited the #12 Iowa State Cyclones and were beaten 80-76. This was another great Big 12 game that saw a back-and-forth first 25 minutes. Kansas State led by two points at the half, but the Cyclones quickly took the lead in the second half and never gave it back. The Wildcats trailed by as many as 10 points, never led by more than four, and covered the +5.5-point spread.
Keyontae Johnson had 15 points, 10 rebounds, and two steals in the game. Markquis Norvell added 23 points, two rebounds, nine assists, and three steals in the defeat.
After 20 games, Kansas State is scoring 77.8 points per game, shooting 46.7% from the field, and assisting on 17.9 made shots. The Wildcats are allowing 68.2 points, grabbing 35.1 rebounds, blocking 3.1 shots, and stealing the ball 7.8 times.
Other Sportsbook Promos To Use On This Game
Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-Gambler 21+
Gambling Problem? Call or TEXT 1-800-Gambler 21+
