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Florida Gators Face Maryland Terrapins in Sweet 16 Clash
An in-depth look at the matchup between Florida and Maryland in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, with betting odds and key player insights.
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The Maryland Terrapins take on the Florida Gators in the Sweet 16 of the 2025 NCAA Tournament Thursday.
Key Info
- Tipoff: 7:39 PM ET, Chase Center, San Francisco
- Current Odds: Florida -6.5
- Over/Under: 157 points
- Money Line: Florida -309, Maryland +248
Team Records
- Maryland Terrapins: 27-8, seeking to advance after a thrilling 72-71 win over Colorado State.
- Florida Gators: 32-4, recently edging out UConn 77-75, marking their first Sweet 16 appearance since 2017.
Player Highlights
Florida Key Players:
- Walter Clayton Jr.: Averages 17.9 points, 4.2 assists, 3.8 rebounds. Recently scored 23 points against UConn.
- Alijah Martin: Contributing 14.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, pivotal in Florida’s recent victories.
Maryland Key Players:
- Derik Queen: Recorded 16.2 points, 9.1 rebounds, fundamental to Maryland’s success, including 17 points last game.
- Ja’Kobi Gillespie: Consistent performer, contributing 14.6 points and five assists in recent games.
Predictions
SportsLine’s model suggests leaning towards the under on total points, projecting 152 combined points based on various simulations. Get insights on picks and odds at SportsLine!
