Looking into Florida vs Portland betting, it isn’t going to be able to be accomplished by scanning box scores.
The Rattlers punched way above their weight class by going to Eugene, Ore., to take a 35-point beatdown from the Oregon Ducks. The Pilots didn’t challenge themselves in their season opener.
NCAAB Schedule
Portland played a game that was one not many were pointing to on the college basketball schedule as a game worth watching.
The Pilots, who play in the West Coast Conference, opened the season by playing Division III Lewis & Clark.
When it comes to determining how to bet on this game, there is a lot more research to be done on both sides to figure out how good each team can be.
Last Game Records
Florida A&M lost to Oregon 80-45. The Rattlers fell to 0-1 on the season. Portland Pilots beat Lewis & Clark 89-62. The Pilots are 1-0 this season.
Florida A&M vs. Portland Betting Analysis
When it comes to college basketball matchups, the meeting between Florida A&M and Portland is one between two teams voted to finish in the top half of their conferences in the preseason.
The Rattlers, who compete in the SWAC, are playing an ambitious preseason schedule that includes games against Kentucky, Georgia, and Miami (Fla.).
Rattlers Likely Won’t Have Many Bites Until Conference Play
Florida vs Portland betting shows that the Rattlers playing against so many big schools in non-conference will likely result in a lot of ugly losses.
Florida A&M was held to 45 points in a season-opening loss to the Ducks. The Rattlers’ outside shooting was especially ugly, as Florida A&M only made 16.7 percent (3-of-18) of its 3-point attempts.
Jordan Chatman and Jordan Tillman tied for a team-high eight points during their season opener.
Florida A&M odds show that the Rattlers didn’t have any players pull down more than five rebounds against Oregon.
Florida A&M didn’t put up much fight against the Ducks, who were missing four players from the lineup.
Pilots Want To Keep the Boat Steady
Portland’s season-opening win won’t have any impact on the college basketball standings. What NCAA basketball stats show is that the Pilots are on the upswing under second-year coach Shantay Legens.
Last season, Portland recorded its highest win total since 2010 and its fourth-highest since joining Division I in 1958 by winning 19 games.
The Pilots won their first postseason game in school history last year when they beat New Orleans in The Basketball Classic. Portland brings back its top seven scorers from last season.
The Pilots rank second nationally in returning scorers, behind only Virginia.
Return Four Players
The Pilots return four players — Tyler Robertson (15.3 points per game), Moses Wood (14.2), Chris Austin (14.3), and Mike Meadows who averaged in double figures scoring last season.
In a season-opening win over Lewis & Clark, four players scored in double figures for Portland. Meadows led the way with 18.
NCAAB Injury Report
There are no college basketball injuries of note for this game.
Florida A&M vs. Portland Betting Preview
Florida vs Portland betting shows the Pilots are 22-point favorites. The over/under has been set at 138.5 points.
Florida A&M vs. Portland Betting Preview
NCAA basketball stats show the Rattlers are playing in a number of buy games early in the season to help raise money for the program.
While this will help Florida A&M raise money for the program, it will make things brutal for the players and the coaches through the early part of the season.
The Rattlers will have a difficult time picking up wins before conference play starts. Portland is trying to show that they are improving enough to challenge some of the top teams in the WCC.
The Pilots are playing in a league that saw three teams go to the NCAA Tournament last season and has a rising profile.
Florida A&M vs. Portland Betting Prediction
This matchup is nearly as rough for the Rattlers as their season opener was. However, Florida A&M will have to shoot better if they are going to compete seriously on the road.
The Pilots’ defense will keep Florida A&M off the board, and Portland should cover the 22-point spread against an overmatched Rattlers side.
NCAAF Pick: Portland -21.5 (-110)
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