The Colorado vs. Florida NCAA Tournament matchup at 4:30 p.m. ET has one of the tighter spreads on Friday’s slate. With the Gators laying 1.5 points and the total sitting at 159.5, what’s the smart bet in today’s matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
769 Colorado Buffaloes (+1.5) vs. 770 Florida Gators (-1.5); o/u 159.5
4:30 p.m. ET, Friday, March 22, 2024
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
TV: TBS
Colorado vs. Florida: Public Bettors Backing Underdog
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 58% of public bettors are currently backing Colorado when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Simpson Propels Buffs to Round of 64
KJ Simpson chipped in 19 points (6-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Wednesday’s 60-53 win over Boise State. Simpson had his second double-double in four games in what was an overall outstanding fantasy effort, although perhaps an inefficient shooting one. Over his last 10 games, Simpson has posted averages of 21.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 5.3 assists. He’s one of the elite individual players to watch for in the dance, and his next chance to put his skills on display is an opening-round matchup against Florida on Friday.
Pullin Impresses in Loss
Zyon Pullin amassed 15 points (4-14 FG, 7-11 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday’s 86-67 loss to Auburn. The senior had an excellent SEC tournament and continued the impressive play after scoring 15 points and seven rebounds during Sunday’s loss to Auburn. Expect Pullin to continue to be a primary scorer for Florida as they will either play Boise State or Colorado in the Round of 64.
Colorado vs. Florida CBB Betting Trends
Over is 7-1 in Gators last 8 overall
Over is 18-7-1 in Gators last 26 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600
Under is 4-1 in Buffaloes last 5 overall
Under is 6-1 in Buffaloes last 7 neutral site games
Colorado vs. Florida CBB Prediction:
Take Colorado. The Buffaloes are 5-1 against the spread in their last six games overall, are 4-1 against the number in their last five neutral site games and are 5-1 at the betting window in their last six games when facing an opponent with a winning record. On the other side, the Gators are just 4-9-1 against the spread in their last 14 neutral site games when listed as a favorite.
Colorado vs. Florida College Hoops Prediction: COLORADO BUFFALOES +1.5