Gators vs Hawkeyes: First Ever Matchup

0:00On March 22nd, the Florida Gators take on the Iowa Hawkeyes in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday in the South Region. The number one seed Gators face the number eight seed Hawkeyes, and betting lines have nudged slightly toward the underdogs lately. Florida crews into this matchup with a massive 114-55 route over Prairie View A&M in the first round. Iowa, meanwhile, held on for a 6-to-67 win against Clemson, leading wire to wire. This marks the first ever meeting between these two teams, as Florida chases a second straight sweet 16-birth and their 12 overall. Current odds from Bet M, GM, show Florida, favored by nine and a half points, with a total of 145 and a half. The money line sits at minus 500 for Florida, and plus 375 for Iowa. Experts predict the Florida win, 86-75, even if Iowa tries to slow the pace with their solid offense and defense. Keep an eye on Florida's front court dominance in Iowa's tempo control, as this could shape a tense battle toward the region's next big clash.