The Auburn Tigers and Florida Gators are set to clash in the Final Four with a trip to the national championship on the line. Auburn, the No. 1 overall seed, is looking to win its first-ever national title, while Florida aims to capture its third after back-to-back championships in 2006 and 2007.
One of the biggest storylines of this matchup is Auburn’s Johni Broome, who has carried the Tigers all season. After falling to Florida 90-81 in the regular season, Broome and Auburn will be out for revenge in this high-stakes rematch.
Auburn vs. Florida Betting Preview
All Auburn vs. Florida odds are from DraftKings Sportsbook and are correct as of Friday, April 4, 2025.
- Spread: Florida -2.5 (-110) | Auburn +2.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Florida -145 | Auburn +120
- Over/Under: 160.5 (Over -110 | Under -110)
- Game Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 6:09 PM ET
- Location: Alamodome | San Antonio, TX
- How to Watch: CBS
Florida enters as a slight favorite after taking down reigning champion UConn in the second round and outlasting Texas Tech in the Elite Eight. Auburn, meanwhile, struggled late in the season but has regained form in the tournament.
This game is expected to be a battle of offensive efficiency versus defensive pressure, with Broome leading the Tigers and Walter Clayton Jr. spearheading Florida’s attack.
Auburn vs. Florida CSN Winning Probability
- Florida: 55%
- Auburn: 45%
The Gators hold a slight edge in CSN’s winning probability, aligning with Vegas odds that favor Florida by 2.5 points. However, Auburn’s recent performances suggest a closer game than the spread might indicate, especially if Broome dominates the paint.
Prediction for Auburn vs. Florida
Johni Broome has been a force for Auburn all season, leading the Tigers in points (18.5 per game), rebounds (10.8 per game), and blocks (2.1 per game). He will be the key factor if Auburn hopes to flip the script on its regular-season loss to Florida.
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On the other side, Walter Clayton Jr. has been clutch for the Gators, averaging 18.1 points per game and delivering in key moments throughout the tournament.
The last time these two teams met, Florida shot the ball exceptionally well, hitting over 50% from the field and silencing Auburn’s defense. Expect the Tigers to make adjustments, especially in how they defend the perimeter.
If Broome can control the paint and force Florida into tougher shots, Auburn has a real chance to pull off the upset.
Prediction: Florida 88, Auburn 84
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