On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the South Alabama Jaguars will play against the UCF Knights in Orlando, Florida. This non-conference game between the Sun Belt and Big 12 teams will take place at Addition Financial Arena. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+ at 7:00 PM ET.

South Alabama comes into this game with a 1-1 record for the 2027 season. They recently secured a narrow win against Jacksonville State, powered by Stephen Williams' strong performance with 27 points and 13 rebounds. Previously, they faced a nine-point defeat at the hands of Ohio Bobcats.

UCF, with a perfect 2-0 record this season, looks to continue their winning streak. Dior Johnson has been a standout player, scoring 41 points in a close game against Florida Gulf Coast and 28 points against Yale. Playing at home, the Knights hold the advantage with a strong start to their season.

UCF vs South Alabama At a Glance

  • Game Venue: Addition Financial Arena, Orlando FL
  • TV Channel: ESPN+
  • UCF Record: 2-0 this season
  • South Alabama Record: 1-1 this season
  • Game Odds: UCF favored by 15 points
  • Streaming: Available on ESPN+

UCF Knights Ready to Shine in Upcoming Game

Offensive Performance

The UCF Knights have been scoring 91.5 points per game this season. This places them at 69th in the rankings. They have a field goal percentage of 49.2% which helps them maintain their scoring average.

The Knights average 22.5 free throws made per game. This is a strong point in their offensive game. Their effective field goal percentage stands at 54.8%.

Defensive Stats

On defense, UCF records 5.5 steals per game. They also manage 4.5 blocks per game. Their turnover rate is low at 5.5 per game, ranking them 3rd.

The Knights average 18 fouls per game. They need to improve this to avoid giving opponents too many free throw opportunities. Rebounding remains a challenge, with only 33.0 per game.

Key Players

Dior Johnson leads the team with 34.5 points per game. His shooting accuracy is impressive at 68.8%. He also contributes with 4.5 rebounds and 2 assists per game.

Arturo Dean adds 12.5 points per game. He also averages 4.5 assists and 3.5 rebounds. His presence on the court is vital for UCF's success.

Recent Game Highlights

In their last game against Yale, the Knights won 87-75. Dior Johnson scored 28 points and grabbed 7 rebounds. Elijah Hulsewe added 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Against Florida Gulf Coast, UCF won 96-95. Dior Johnson scored an impressive 41 points. Arturo Dean contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds.

Team Betting Trends

  • SU Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
  • SU as Favorite: 2-0 (100.0%)
  • ATS Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
  • ATS as Favorite: 1-1 (50.0%)
  • O/U Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)

South Alabama Jaguars Prepare for Upcoming Test

Offensive Overview

The South Alabama Jaguars have averaged 80.0 points per game. This places them 189th in the country. They take about 62.5 field goal attempts each game, hitting 48.0% of them.

From beyond the arc, the Jaguars average 5.5 three-pointers made per game. However, they have struggled, hitting only 22.4% of their attempts. Inside the arc, they excel, making 64.5% of their two-point shots.

Defensive Insights

Defensively, the Jaguars manage 7.0 steals per game. They also keep their turnovers low at 9.5 per game. Blocking shots is a strong point with 0.5 blocks per game, ranking them 12th nationally.

The team commits 16.0 fouls each game. This ranks them 123rd in terms of discipline. They allow opponents to score 80.0 points per game, matching their offensive output.

Key Players to Watch

Jalen Langsy leads the team with an average of 25.0 points per game. He also contributes 2.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game. His field goal percentage stands at 48.5%.

Stephen Williams is another standout, averaging 20.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game. He is very efficient, shooting 75.0% from the field. Diego Roman contributes 12.5 points and 6.0 assists per game.

Team Betting Trends

  • SU All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
  • ATS All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
  • O/U All Games: 2-0 (100.0%)

The Jaguars have won 50% of their games straight up. Against the spread, they have yet to cover in any game. The over has hit in both of their games this season.

UCF vs South Alabama Prediction: Over 151.5

Looking at the stats, UCF averages 91.5 points per game, while South Alabama averages 80.0 points per game. Both teams have shown they can put points on the board. This suggests a high-scoring game.

UCF has hit the over in their last two games, showing a trend towards high-scoring affairs. South Alabama has also seen the over in their last two games. This aligns with expecting a high total score.

Considering the game trends and stats, the over seems likely. Both teams' offensive capabilities should push the total over 151.5.

A projected final score of UCF 89 - South Alabama 75 fits within this expectation. It aligns with recent performances and offensive stats.

  • UCF vs South Alabama Prediction: Over 151.5
  • UCF vs South Alabama Score: UCF 89 - South Alabama 75

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