Miami basketball opens as an underdog against Florida

Looking forward to finally getting to watch them on TV. Win or lose I want to see what kind of talent they have

CIS has scoured the internet to see what people are saying about tonight’s matchup between Miami and Florida. Enjoy national media predictions for the showdown before all of the action tips off at 8:30 pm EST on ESPN.

ESPN BPI​

Sleepers Media Podcast

The Sleepers Media podcast on YouTube, a college basketball show known for breaking down matchups, predictions, and more, took some time to preview the Miami vs. Florida game.

They ended up picking Florida to win by a lot, and the host on the left mentioned he expects it to be a low-scoring game because Florida still can’t hit the three ball.



CBS Sports



CBS Sports projection leans toward a lower-scoring matchup, backing the under 169.5 total while also siding with Florida at +9.5 on the spread.

Action Network

"This is a Florida team that lost to Arizona and barely beat Florida State. The Gators might need some time to get things right, and this Miami team is very much improved. Florida also has a non-conference slate that contains Duke and UConn in back-to-back games. I think from a talent perspective, I can’t argue that Florida wins out. The Gators are faster and larger, but they haven't looked great to start the year. I’m not sure I’d be comfortable laying this amount of points on Florida at a neutral site. This game could come down to the last few possessions. While Florida typically will have the advantage if that’s the case, but I don’t think there’s going to be enough time for it to cover the spread."

Pick: Miami +10.5 (Play to +8)

Joe Lunardi Weighs In​

Sportsbook Wire

Here is what Sportsbook Wire had to say about the matchup between the Hurricanes and there Gators tonight:

"Florida figures to have better days ahead when it comes to performance from beyond the arc. But a rally in that department may not be in the cards against a Miami team that has held opposing shooters to a 26.9% mark on triples. Miami may not be as Quad I-ready for this early-season matchup, as its 3 opponents so far are all outside the BartTorvik top-200. But Florida has logged ATS missteps against the Arizona Wildcats (Nov. 3) and FSU, and those games would seem to be solid indicators for this one. Overnight, the ML markets shifted toward the Hurricanes. But the spread did not yield. Peg the double-digit cushion has having a sliver of value on the Miami side."

BACK THE HURRICANES +10.5 (-115).

They are drunk by saying they are faster than us. This UF team is limited athletically in their rotation. These dudes clearly don’t watch ball to be voicing that

Allabouttheu95 said:

They are drunk by saying they are faster than us. This UF team is limited athletically in their rotation. These dudes clearly don’t watch ball to be voicing that

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I’ve came away unimpressed by UF’s guard play and athletic ability in the backcourt. The shooting is lacking compared to last year as well. There big and have length but I don’t see a top ten team.

They're very beatable. This can happen.

We’re almost there, folks. In just about 10 hours, your Miami Hurricanes will tip it off vs. No. 10 Florida in a natural site setting at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.

After three easy wins, it’s time to see what this group of experienced and young Canes can do against the top-10 ranked team in the country. Is Miami’s talent enough to overcome Florida’ experience and size in the middle? we’ll find out.

How to Watch​

Miami (3-0) vs. No. 10 Florida (2-1)
8:30 p.m. ET | Sunday, November 16 | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

• TV: ESPN (Dav O'Brien, Jay Williams)
• Streaming: WatchESPN
• Local Radio: UM Sports Radio - 560 WQAM
• Online Radio: Audacy App
• Live Stats: Statbroadcast

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Team Records​

Miami: 3-0 (KenPom: 59)

• 11/3: 86-69 W vs. Jacksonville
• 11/6: 101-61 W vs. Bethune-Cookman
• 11/10: 102-61 W vs. Stetson

No. 10 Florida (KenPom: 10)

• 11/3: 93-87 L vs. Arizona
• 11/6: 104-64 W vs. North Florida
• 11/11: 78-76 W vs. Florida State

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Miami vs. Florida Odds on FanDuel​

Spread: Florida -10.5
Total: 169.5 points
Miami Total: 79.5 points
Florida Total: 90.5 points

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Miami Projected Starters​

(Starting lineup based on the last game)

#3 – Tre Donaldson
6-3 – 198 – GUARD – SENIOR
16.3 PPG, 3.7 REB, 6.0 AST*





#10 – Tru Washington
6-4 – 204 – GUARD – JUNIOR
14.0 PPG, 3.0 APG, 3.0 SPG*





#7 – Shelton Henderson
6-6 – 240 – GUARD – FRESHMAN
12.3 PPG, 4.7 REB, 2.3 AST*





#5 – Malik Reneau
6-9 – 238 – FORWARD – SENIOR
21.3 PPG, 6.0 REB, 3.3 AST*





#8 – Ernest Udeh Jr.
6-11 – 266 – FORWARD – SENIOR
8.7 PPG, 9.0 REB, 0.3 AST*

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Postgame Show on YT

Did you miss the game? Don't worry! CIS has you covered with a post-game show available on the CIS YouTube Channel. You can also find post-game coverage on our website, including highlights, comments from coaches and the players, stats, and maybe some key takeaways.

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Live BLOG

Want to interact with the CIS crew during today's game? Consider coming over to the conversation on the CIS Forums, where we’ll share live updates from inside the Watsco Center while also answering questions.

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Call me a sunshine pumper, but I think we pull off a shocker tonight. Canes win 78-73

We’re almost there, folks. In just about 2 hours, your Miami Hurricanes will tip it off vs. No. 10 Florida in a neutral site setting at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.

After three easy wins, it’s time to see what this group of experienced and young Canes can do against the top-10 ranked team in the country. Is Miami’s talent enough to overcome Florida’ experience and size in the middle? we’ll find out.

How To Watch

Miami (3-0) vs. No. 10 Florida (2-1)
8:30 p.m. ET | Sunday, November 16 | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

• TV: ESPN (Dav O'Brien, Jay Williams)
• Streaming: WatchESPN
• Local Radio: UM Sports Radio - 560 WQAM
• Online Radio: Audacy App
• Live Stats: Statbroadcast

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Records

Miami: 3-0 (KenPom: 59)

• 11/3: 86-69 W vs. Jacksonville
• 11/6: 101-61 W vs. Bethune-Cookman
• 11/10: 102-61 W vs. Stetson

No. 10 Florida (KenPom: 10)

• 11/3: 93-87 L vs. Arizona
• 11/6: 104-64 W vs. North Florida
• 11/11: 78-76 W vs. Florida State

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Spread

Spread: Florida -10.5
Total: 169.5 points
Miami Total: 79.5 points
Florida Total: 90.5 points

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Projected Lineup

#3 – Tre Donaldson
6-3 – 198 – GUARD – SENIOR
16.3 PPG, 3.7 REB, 6.0 AST*






#10 – Tru Washington
6-4 – 204 – GUARD – JUNIOR
14.0 PPG, 3.0 APG, 3.0 SPG*






#7 – Shelton Henderson
6-6 – 240 – GUARD – FRESHMAN
12.3 PPG, 4.7 REB, 2.3 AST*






#5 – Malik Reneau
6-9 – 238 – FORWARD – SENIOR
21.3 PPG, 6.0 REB, 3.3 AST*






#8 – Ernest Udeh Jr.
6-11 – 266 – FORWARD – SENIOR
8.7 PPG, 9.0 REB, 0.3 AST*

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Postgame Show on YT

Did you miss the game? Don't worry! CIS has you covered with a post-game show available on the CIS YouTube Channel. You can also find post-game coverage on our website, including highlights, comments from coaches and the players, stats, and maybe some key takeaways.

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Live BLOG

Want to interact with the CIS crew during today's game? Consider coming over to the conversation on the CIS Forums, where we’ll share live updates from inside the arena while also answering questions.