Game Preview: Gators face East Carolina Pirates in Florida Tip-Off

Check out how the Florida Gators will line up against the East Carolina Pirates on Thursday night.

The Florida Gators basketball program seems to be back on track with a two-game win streak under their belt, and the team will look to add another as they take another mini-road trip to Lakeland, Florida, on Thursday to take on the East Carolina Pirates.

The teams are participating in the Florida Tip-Off in what’s supposed to be a neutral venue, but the Gators might get some help from the local Florida faithful.

ECU is looking for redemption on Thursday night after suffering a six-point loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks this past Saturday, 68-62.

It will be the first-ever meeting between the men’s basketball teams and both squads are bringing a heavy-hitting offense to the hardwood. Let’s take a look at how the teams will line up on Thursday night.