Florida Gators Defeat Providence Friars 90-78
Friday, November 28, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Jenny Craig Pavilion
Florida Gators 90, Providence Friars 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Providence Friars vs Florida Gators?
Florida Gators beat Providence Friars 90-78 at Jenny Craig Pavilion on November 28, 2025.
Who was favored in Providence Friars vs Florida Gators?
Florida Gators were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -950 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a compelling matchup, the Florida Gators secured a 90-78 victory over the Providence Friars at the Jenny Craig Pavilion. This game showcased the Gators' potent offense, which has been averaging 88.6 points per game over their last ten outings, despite suffering a recent setback against TCU. The Gators entered the game with a home record of 5-2 and a strong overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, highlighting their scoring prowess and ability to dominate at home.
The Gators had a recent record of 4-1 in their last five games, with an impressive average of 84.8 points scored and 67.4 points allowed. Their performance at home has been particularly noteworthy, as they have won 8 of their last 9 games at the Jenny Craig Pavilion. In contrast, the Friars, with an overall record of 4-4, have struggled more recently, going 4-6 in their last ten games. They have averaged 85.6 points scored but have allowed 83.0 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
The Gators' offense was on full display in this game, and they capitalized on their home court advantage. After a strong start, they maintained control throughout, leading to a comfortable win. The scoring plays in the second half included key contributions from players like Xaivian Lee, who made a crucial three-point jumper, and Boogie Fland, who capped off the scoring with a layup.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings set the Gators as 13.5-point favorites, reflecting their strong home performance and the Friars' inconsistent form. The moneyline was set at -950 for the Gators and +625 for the Friars, indicating a clear expectation of a Gators victory.
Conditions during the game were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors impacting play. The matchup was significant, not only for the standings but also for showcasing the Gators' capabilities as they look to solidify their position in the league.
Overall, this game highlighted the Gators' offensive strength and ability to perform under pressure, while the Friars will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FLA -13.5 | — | Providence Friars +625 · Florida Gators -950 |
Leaders
- PointsXaivian Lee20Florida Gators
- AssistsThomas Haugh5Florida Gators
- ReboundsThomas Haugh12Florida Gators
- PointsRyan Mela17Providence Friars
- AssistsRyan Mela3Providence Friars
- ReboundsRyan Mela8Providence Friars
Recent form
Florida Gators
Last 10: 8-2Streak L188.6 scored · 74.1 allowed per game8-1 at home
- L80-84vs TCU Horned FrogsNov 27
- W80-45vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 22
- W82-68vs Miami HurricanesNov 17
- W78-76vs Florida State SeminolesNov 12
- W104-64vs North Florida OspreysNov 7
- L87-93at Arizona WildcatsNov 4
- W86-77vs Tennessee VolunteersMar 16
- W104-82vs Alabama Crimson TideMar 15
- W95-81vs Missouri TigersMar 14
- W90-71vs Ole Miss RebelsMar 8
Providence Friars
Last 10: 4-6Streak L185.6 scored · 83 allowed per game1-4 away
- L83-104at Wisconsin BadgersNov 27
- W77-65at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 22
- W98-66vs New Hampshire WildcatsNov 19
- L88-97at Colorado BuffaloesNov 15
- W106-81vs Pennsylvania QuakersNov 12
- L101-107at Virginia Tech HokiesNov 8
- W89-79vs Holy Cross CrusadersNov 4
- L69-75vs Butler BulldogsMar 12
- L68-76at Xavier MusketeersMar 8
- L77-80vs DePaul Blue DemonsMar 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Providence Friars | Florida Gators |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 28-66 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-16 | 12-33 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 36 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 22-27 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 29 |
| Assists | 10 | 18 |
| Steals | 5 | 2 |
| Blocks | 0 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 26 |
| Fouls | 25 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-51Ryan Mela made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-51Ryan Mela made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-53Xaivian Lee made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-56Boogie Fland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xaivian Lee.
- 2nd Half47-59Boogie Fland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Micah Handlogten.
- 2nd Half47-61Xaivian Lee made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-61Jason Edwards made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-61Stefan Vaaks made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-62Xaivian Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-63Xaivian Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-65Rueben Chinyelu made Dunk. Assisted by Urban Klavzar.
- 2nd Half54-65Jaylin Sellers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Edwards.
- 2nd Half57-65Jason Edwards made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-67Isaiah Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-69Xaivian Lee made Layup. Assisted by Thomas Haugh.
- 2nd Half57-72Urban Klavzar made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xaivian Lee.
- 2nd Half57-74Thomas Haugh made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-75Thomas Haugh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-75Jason Edwards made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-76Urban Klavzar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-77Urban Klavzar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-77Ryan Mela made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-80Urban Klavzar made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-80Corey Floyd Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-80Corey Floyd Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-80Peteris Pinnis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-80Corey Floyd Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-83Boogie Fland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Thomas Haugh.
- 2nd Half67-84Thomas Haugh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-85Thomas Haugh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-85Jamier Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-85Corey Floyd Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jamier Jones.
- 2nd Half71-85Jamier Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-85Jamier Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-88Xaivian Lee made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half73-88Jamier Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-88Jamier Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-90Boogie Fland made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-90Stefan Vaaks made Layup. Assisted by Nilavan Daniels.
- 2nd Half78-90Corey Floyd Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jaylen Harrell.
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida Gators, below favours Providence Friars.
Venue
- Jenny Craig PavilionSan Diego, CA
- OfficialsMichael Greenstein, Brooks Wells, Chris Pacsi
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