The 18th-ranked Florida Gators are set to face the fifth-ranked UConn Huskies in a much-anticipated matchup at the 2025 Jimmy V Classic. This event will take place on Tuesday night.

Florida experienced a narrow 67-66 loss at Duke on December 2, while UConn secured a decisive 83-59 victory against East Texas A&M this past Friday. The Gators, who have a 5-3 record, are still looking for their first win against ranked teams this season, currently holding a 2-2 record in neutral site games. The Huskies, with an 8-1 record, have performed well against higher-ranked opponents, going 3-1 to date and maintaining a 2-0 record at neutral sites this season.

Historically, UConn has dominated the series with a 5-2 lead, although Florida ended UConn’s two-year national championship run with a dramatic 77-75 win during the NCAA Tournament last March, overcoming a six-point deficit in the second half.

The game is set to tip off from Madison Square Garden in New York at 9 p.m. ET. UConn is favored by 3.5 points, with the total points set at 145.5. For insights and predictions regarding the matchup, check out the recommendations from SportsLine’s advanced college basketball modeling.

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Matchup Summary

Betting Line	Value
Spread	UConn -3.5
Over/Under Points	145.5
Money Line	UConn -180, Florida +150

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