Alabama vs. Florida Best Bets – Wednesday, March 5, 2025

One of the best SEC showdowns that you will see all season is coming up soon between the fifth-ranked Florida Gators (25-4) and seventh-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide (23-6). The action kicks off on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00 PM ET at the Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where MyBookie has the Crimson Tide favored with a point spread at -3.5 (-105).

Florida Gators Betting Preview

The Gators got back on the winning side in their most recent matchup, as they defeated the (previously) 12th-ranked Texas A&M Aggies 89-70. They have gone 4-1 over their last five games and aim to continue their consistent run.

Florida had a double-digit lead after the first half of action and was able to carry that momentum onto the second. Will Richard led with 25 points on 69.2 percent shooting, but Alex Condon was huge in their success with 11 points, nine rebounds, and four assists off the bench.

The Aggies were held to 39.0 percent shooting from the field and just 29.4 percent from long range. The Gators capitalized on that opportunity and made 47.8 percent of their shots, with 42.4 percent from deep. The Gators also scored 16 points off of the Aggies’ 15 turnovers.

The Gators are averaging 83.8 points a game and are connecting on 46.7 percent of their shots. Their defense is holding opponents to 67.2 points a game, offering a comfortable margin of safety.

Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Preview

The Crimson Tide just snapped their two-game win streaks with a 79-76 loss to the fifth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. They are now 2-3 in their last five games and need to strongly get back on track before any tournament action in the month.

Alabama had a 42-38 lead at the half but could not contain the Vols on the defensive end in the second. Jahmai Mashack hit a long range three at the buzzer to give the Vols the win. Mark Sears highlighted Bama’s offense with 24 points and four assists.

The Vols made 42.6 percent of their shots from the field and 38.1 percent from deep. The Crimson Tide were able to make 41.7 percent of their shots and 37.5 percent from long range. Both teams had similar stats, but the Vols were able to make slightly more shots to give them the edge.

The Crimson Tide is putting together 91.0 points a game and are shooting 48.3 percent from the field. Their defense is allowing opposing teams to get 80.1 points a game. This ratio only works when their offense is booming, otherwise opposing teams creep up into the picture to win.

Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick

MyBookie has a lot to offer, especially the best Florida Gators vs. Alabama Crimson Tide betting odds. According to market predictions, the Crimson Tide have a slight edge at home with a 62.5 percent chance of victory. Look for the Crimson Tide to cover the spread.

Final Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide -3.5 (-120)