The Rice Owls (11-9, 2-5 AAC) are 6.5-point underdogs as they attempt to stop a five-game losing streak when they visit the South Florida Bulls (10-10, 3-4 AAC) on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Yuengling Center. The matchup airs at 7:00 PM ET on ESPNU. The point total is 141.5 in the matchup.
Check out all the Latest NCAA Basketball Betting Previews!
South Florida Cover -6.5 vs Rice -109
South Florida vs. Rice betting lines
- South Florida moneyline odds to win: -267
- Rice moneyline odds to win: +217
- Spread: South Florida (-6.5)
- Total: 141.5
South Florida statistics, trends and more
As the home team
- Against the spread, South Florida has played worse at home, covering three times in eight home games, and three times in seven road games.
- The Bulls have eclipsed the total in three of eight home games (37.5%), compared to two of seven road games (28.6%).
- South Florida has fared better as a moneyline favorite at home, putting up a home record of 6-1, compared to going 0-1 in road games.
Recent trends
- The Bulls’ offense has been incredibly consistent recently, averaging the same 76.1 points per game over their last 10 games as they have the entire 2024-25 season.
- South Florida’s defense has been tough as of late, as the team has allowed 68.3 points per game during its past 10 compared to the 73.0 points per game its opponents are averaging this season.
- During their past 10 outings, the Bulls are making 0.1 fewer three-pointers per game than their season long average (7.8 compared to 7.9 season-long), while shooting a higher percentage from beyond the arc in that span (34.8% compared to 33.8% season-long).
South Florida betting records this season
- ATS Record: 6-13-0 (Home: 3-5-0; Away: 3-4-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 6.5+: 2-5-0 (As Favorite: 3-8-0; As Underdog: 3-5-0)
- O-U-P: 7-12-0 (Home: 3-5-0; Away: 2-5-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 8-3 (Home: 6-1; Away: 0-1)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 1-7 (Home: 0-1; Away: 1-5)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.3 (104th in nation) | 43.7 (196th) | 31.4 (244th) | 32.1 (233rd) | 15.0 (101st) | 11.2 (159th) |
Need to know more about sports betting before you put down a wager on South Florida vs. Rice? Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet.
Rice statistics, trends and more
As the away team
- This year, Rice is 3-5-0 at home against the spread (.375 winning percentage). On the road, it is 3-3-0 ATS (.500).
- Looking at the over/under, Owls games have gone over five of eight times at home (62.5%), and three of six away (50%).
Recent trends
- The Owls are scoring 70.4 points per game in their previous 10 games, which is the same number of points they’re averaging for the season.
- Rice is ceding 71.0 points per game over its past 10 games, which is 2.3 more points than it is allowing for the season (68.7).
- Over their past 10 games, the Owls are making 7.9 threes per contest, 0.6 more than their season average (7.3). They also own a better three-point percentage over their past 10 contests (33.2%) compared to their season average (32.5%).
Rice betting records this season
- ATS Record: 8-10-0 (Home: 3-5-0; Away: 3-3-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 6.5+: 3-1-0 (As Favorite: 3-7-0; As Underdog: 5-3-0)
- O-U-P: 10-8-0 (Home: 5-3-0; Away: 3-3-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 7-3 (Home: 5-3; Away: 1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 3-5 (Home: 0-0; Away: 2-3)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.7 (324th in nation) | 40.7 (47th) | 35.5 (44th) | 31.0 (165th) | 11.7 (316th) | 12.2 (264th) |
BetDecider Team
The BetDecider team brings you the most current sports betting content, with expert insights and tips. Our aim is that you can make an informed betting decision, including best odds and exclusive sportsbook offers, to maximize your betting experience.
