The No. 1 Tennessee Volunteers are 3-point road underdogs at SEC foe Florida on Tuesday night. Will the Vols cover? Or is there a better bet in tonight’s Tennessee vs. Florida heavyweight matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Tennessee Volunteers (+3) at Florida Gators (-3); o/u 148.5
9:00 p.m. ET, Monday, January 6, 2025
Stephen C. O’Connell Center, Gainesville, FL
Tennessee vs. Florida Public Betting: Bettors Backing Vols
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 68% of public bettors are currently backing Tennessee 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.
Vols’ Phillips questionable to face UF
Cade Phillips (undisclosed) is listed as questionable ahead of Tennessee’s game against Florida. The sophomore is in danger of missing his first game this season. Phillips averages 6.5 points and 4.4 rebounds. He’s been a rotational part of Tennessee’s front court.
Gators’ Clayton racks up 33 points in loss to Kentucky
Walter Clayton racked up 33 points (9-15 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 9-13 FT), three rebounds and five assists across 34 minutes during Saturday’s 106-100 loss to Kentucky. Clayton tied a career high with 33 points, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Gators from dropping their first game of the season. The SEC will be a bloodbath this year, and there’s no shame in losing on the road to blue blood Kentucky. Still, Clayton will need more help from his teammates in the thick of conference play. This game is an excellent sign, though, that against top teams, Clayton will bring his best.
Tennessee vs. Florida CBB Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tennessee’s last 5 games on the road
Tennessee is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games on the road
Florida is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Florida is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Tennessee vs. Florida CBB Prediction:
Take Tennessee. Let’s not overthink this one. The Vols are 14-0 straight up and 9-4-1 at the window. Are the Gators also strong? Of course. They’re 13-3 straight up and 10-4 at the window. That said, Tennessee is the No. 1 team in the nation and is 8-2 straight up versus Florida in the last 10 meetings between the two teams. Taking things a step further, the Vols have also covered in seven out of the previous 10 meetings in this rivalry.
Tennessee vs. Florida College Hoops Prediction: Tennessee Vols +3