Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford Prediction, Picks & Odds | 19 Nov 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford

The Florida Gulf Coast Eagles square off against the Samford Bulldogs, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Wednesday, November 19.

It’s awesome to see Samford with a -3.5 line on the spread at odds of -110 as we’re expecting a bigger margin of victory against Florida Gulf Coast.

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Florida Gulf Coast Eagles won their previous game which was at home. It was a 91-73 triumph against Chattanooga Mocs.

Samford Bulldogs won their last game 84-77 (OT). This was a road victory against Central Arkansas Bears.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Samford	3-2	406	403	3	1-0	2-2	1W
FGCU	2-2	351	341	10	2-1	0-1	1W

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Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford Prediction & Picks

This expert Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score pick and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

Samford should be able to cover the -3.5 betting line in this college matchup. We’re confident of a strong showing and a bet against the spread could be the best play at -110.

Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our basketball predictions are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date college hoops stats playing a key role before any selections are locked in.

Key Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford stats:

• The -3.5 line has been covered by Samford in 16 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -3.5 line has been covered by Samford in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by FGCU in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by FGCU in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by FGCU in 2 consecutive games on the road.

Samford -3.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our experts calculate this probability to be somewhere between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

There are several alternatives to the spread and we particularly like the Winning Margin lines. It’s great whether you’re expecting things to be close or comprehensive.

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Our Game Prediction

Samford -3.5 @ -110 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Florida Gulf Coast 74 - 82 Samford

Should you want to go for a selection at massive odds, head to the correct score lines where Samford can be backed speculatively to achieve a 82-74 victory.

Florida Gulf Coast vs Samford Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The Spread offers a better alternative to the Moneyline considering Samford are huge favorites for this college game. Consider whether to side with them to cover the line or alternatively wager on the underdogs to outperform their odds.

The spread is calculated to be 2.5, while total points comes in at 155.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. There’s the chance to back Under 155.5 at -115.

Whether you are betting pre-game or in-game, you can feast on a wide range of team props and game lines at the top basketball sportsbooks. The selections are practically endless, and it’s fantastic to have so many options.

Moneyline

FGCU

-

Samford

-

Point Spread

FGCU +2.5

-102

Samford -2.5

-118

Total Points

Under 155.5

-115

Over 155.5

-105

We’re fond of player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Points, Assists, Three-Pointers, Rebounds and Steals among the choices and you can take a particular view.

Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.

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Florida Gulf Coast Stats

Samford Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 155.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 159.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 159.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 79.80 pts and allowed 77.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.00 pts and allowed 80.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 168.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 153.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 159.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 159.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.10 pts and allowed 84.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.70 pts and allowed 74.30 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Southern	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
E. Tennessee St.	3-1	319	255	64	2-0	1-1	2W
VMI	3-2	441	361	80	2-1	1-1	1L
Samford	3-2	406	403	3	1-0	2-2	1W
Mercer	2-2	323	320	3	2-0	0-2	1L
Western Carolina	2-2	288	298	-10	2-0	0-2	2W
Wofford	2-2	288	325	-37	1-0	1-2	1W
Citadel	1-3	330	333	-3	1-1	0-2	3L
Furman	1-3	275	290	-15	1-2	0-1	1L
Chattanooga	1-3	300	318	-18	1-0	0-3	3L
UNC Greensboro	0-4	281	364	-83	0-2	0-2	4L

The ASUN	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Austin Peay	3-2	401	315	86	1-0	2-2	1L
West Georgia	3-2	396	403	-7	2-0	1-2	2W
FGCU	2-2	351	341	10	2-1	0-1	1W
Jacksonville	2-3	391	362	29	1-0	1-3	1L
Queens	2-3	397	402	-5	2-1	0-2	1W
North Alabama	2-3	374	412	-38	2-1	0-2	2L
North Florida	1-2	252	270	-18	1-0	0-2	1W
Eastern Kentucky	1-3	341	332	9	1-1	0-2	3L
Lipscomb	1-3	300	319	-19	1-0	0-3	1W
Central Arkansas	1-3	297	334	-37	1-1	0-2	2L
Bellarmine	1-3	310	351	-41	1-1	0-2	1L
Stetson	1-3	294	348	-54	1-0	0-3	2L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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