Wichita State vs South Florida Prediction 1-6-25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Wichita State vs South Florida prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, January 6th at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview

The Wichita State Shockers are 10-4 (0-1) this year after they lost to Temple by a score of 91-85 in their last game. Wichita State led 39-37 at the half, but they allowed 54 points in the second half in the loss. The Shockers shot 47.7% from the field, 35% on three-pointers, and 57.1% on free throws in the game. Justin Hill led Wichita State with 25 points and five rebounds, while Xavier Bell added 18 points and three assists in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Shockers defeated a non-D-1 team by a score of 87-72 and Kansas State by a score of 84-65. Wichita State has lost three of their last five games, but they did win eight of their first nine games this year. Wichita State has scored 78.7 points per game and they have allowed 74.5 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 13.1 assists per game this season. Justin Hill is averaging 14.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game, while Xavier Bell is averaging 14.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this season. Wichita State is shooting 46% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 31.6% on three-pointers this year. 

South Florida Bulls Betting Preview

The South Florida Bulls are 8-6 (1-0) this season after they defeated East Carolina by a score of 75-69 in their last game. South Florida led 34-25 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite allowing 44 points in the second half. The Bulls shot 45.6% from the field, 35% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Kobe Knox led South Florida with 18 points and two rebounds, while Jayden Reid added 11 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Bulls defeated a non-D-1 team by a score of 106-49 and East Texas A&M by a score of 88-62. South Florida has split their last six games, with the losses coming against Bethune Cookman, Utah State, and Loyola. South Florida has scored 78.5 points per game and they have allowed 73.9 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 15.9 assists per game this year. Jayden Reid is averaging 12.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Kobe Knox is averaging 11.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this season. South Florida is shooting 46.9% from the field, 76% on free throws, and 34% on three-pointers this season. 

Why South Florida will beat Wichita State

• South Florida has won each of its last 12 night games against the American Athletic Conference.
• South Florida has won the first half in nine of its last 10 games against the American Athletic Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Each of South Florida’s last 10 road games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
• Each of the last six games between South Florida and Wichita State has produced a total of 143 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Wichita State ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (61.8%).
• Wichita State ranks T25th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (10.5).
• South Florida ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (78.3%).

Wichita State vs South Florida Prediction 

Wichita State comes into this matchup after a disappointing loss to Temple in their last game, but they will look to bounce back at home here. The Shockers have scored at least 84 points in three straight games, but they have also allowed 91 points in two of their last five. South Florida has won three games in a row, but they are still looking for their first road win of the year. The Bulls have very similar numbers to Wichita State and they also have issues on defense at times. I do think we are going to see plenty of points in this matchup, but I am siding with South Florida and the points here. I don’t trust either team, so take the points in this one.