Florida Gulf Coast vs FIU Picks and Prediction – 11/30/2023

In a compelling ASUN vs. Conference USA clash, the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles take on the Florida International Panthers. The Eagles, struggling at 1-6, face a similarly challenged Panthers team, holding a 2-6 record. Set for November 29th at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center, this matchup offers an opportunity for either team to start turning their season around. Slam dunk your bets with our College Basketball picks.

The Florida Gulf Coast Eagles are off to a rocky start this season with a 1-6 record. Their offense has been a significant concern, averaging only 69.1 points per game, ranking 284th nationally. The shooting efficiency is also lacking, with a 42.2% field goal percentage and a 29.8% 3-point percentage, both far below the national average. The team’s leading scorer, Zach Anderson, is averaging 13.3 points per game, but the Eagles need more offensive production across the board. Defensively, the Eagles have been unable to contain opponents, allowing an average of 75.4 points per game. This defensive vulnerability is reflected in poor field goal and 3-point defense, with opponents shooting 45.5% from the field and 38.3% from beyond the arc. Rebounding has been one of the few bright spots, with the team averaging 31.0 rebounds per game, led by Keeshawn Kellman's 7.3 rebounds per game. However, this has not been enough to counterbalance offensive and defensive struggles.

The Florida International Panthers, with a 2-6 record, mirror the Eagles in terms of a struggling start. The offense, slightly better, averages 72.6 points per game. Arturo Dean, the team's leading scorer and playmaker, averages 12.6 points and 5.2 assists per game. However, the team's shooting efficiency, with a 43.9% field goal percentage and 30.3% from the 3-point line, indicates room for improvement. Defensively, the Panthers have been even more generous than the Eagles, allowing an average of 78.6 points per game, one of the highest in the nation. The Panthers struggle notably in defending field goal shooting, with opponents shooting a high 48.7%. Rebounding has been a challenge, with the team averaging only 26.8 rebounds per game, significantly lower than the national average. Mohamed Sanogo leads the team with an average of 3.9 rebounds per game, highlighting the need for more collective effort on the boards.