The No. 16 Florida Gators and No. 25 Texas A&M Aggies are set for an exciting face-off on Saturday at Reed Arena in College Station, Texas, with tip-off scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET and broadcasted live on SEC Network. Both teams boast a strong SEC record of 7-2, with Florida holding a season record of 16-6 and Texas A&M at 17-5.
Florida has experienced a surge in performance, recently clinching their seventh win in eight outings by defeating then-No. 23 Alabama Crimson Tide with a resounding score of 100-77. The Gators, who covered the spread as 8.5-point home favorites, showcased their offensive prowess, with standout performances from forward Alex Condon, who scored 25 points, and Thomas Haugh, who contributed 22. Also notable was guard Boogie Fland, who delivered an impressive stat line with 15 points, 8 assists, and a career-high 8 steals. The victory allowed even their 7-foot-9 freshman center, Olivier Rioux, to get on the scoreboard in the final moments.
In contrast, Texas A&M’s four-game winning streak came to an end this week when they narrowly lost to Alabama, 100-97, on the road. Despite the loss, the Aggies managed to cover the spread as 8.5-point underdogs, with forward Rashaun Agee leading the team with 21 points and guard Marcus Hill contributing 18 points. This defeat saw the Aggies slip into a tie for first place in the SEC with Florida.
Historically, Florida has had the upper hand in their recent matchups, evidenced by their last meeting on March 1, 2025, when the Gators won decisively with an 89-70 scoreline, also covering as 8.5-point home favorites.
In terms of betting odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, Florida enters as the favorite with a moneyline of -285, while Texas A&M stands at +230. The spread is set at Florida -6.5, and the over/under line is currently at 168.5.
Analysts predict Florida to edge out Texas A&M with a final score of 84-76. While the odds are favorable for a Florida victory, caution is advised against taking those odds on the moneyline. The Gators’ recent form shows a marked improvement, driven by solid defense which could tilt the outcome in their favor.
Though both teams have shown explosive offenses, averaging over 86 points per game, the game is expected to manifest more as a defensive struggle, with Florida’s ability to control the paint likely being a decisive factor. As each team looks to solidify their positions in the SEC standings, fans can anticipate a thrilling contest that could showcase the strength and resilience of college basketball at its finest.