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Game time: December 7, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: CU Events Center — Boulder, CO

Article updated Dec 7, 1:16 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

This summary discusses the upcoming men's basketball game between the Colorado State Rams and the Colorado Buffaloes, known as the Rocky Mountain Showdown. The game will take

Game outlook

This summary discusses the upcoming men's basketball game between the Colorado State Rams and the Colorado Buffaloes, known as the Rocky Mountain Showdown. The game will take place at the CU Events Center on Saturday night. Colorado State won last year's meeting, but Colorado is favored to win this year's matchup with a -2.5 point spread that has not moved. Will Colorado be able to get revenge for last year's loss? Stay tuned to find out.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rams +120 | Buffaloes -140

Spread: Rams +2.5 (-110) | Buffaloes -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Colorado will win straight-up is 58%.

Colorado St. Rams

In November, the Colorado State Rams faced a three-game losing streak but bounced back with wins over TCU and Loyola Marymount. Their strong defense, holding opponents to 70.0 points per game, has been a key factor in their success. However, they struggle with three-point defense and allowing free throw attempts. Nique Clifford leads the team in scoring, averaging 18.9 points per game. Offensively, the Rams shoot well from the field and free throw line but struggle with three-point shooting and offensive rebounds. Facing the Colorado Buffaloes, the Rams will need to address their weaknesses to come out on top. Consider choosing the Best NCAAB Handicappers to maximize profits. Colorado St. is currently ranked 175 in offense and 154 in defense, with a 17-16 record this season. They have solid statistics in terms of field goal percentage, free throws, rebounds, and assists, but struggle defensively with three-point shooting and turnovers.

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Colorado Buffaloes Analysis

The Colorado Buffaloes had a successful run at home, beating back-to-back defending champs and Pacific. They are looking to build on these wins and maintain their undefeated streak at home by relying on their strong defense, which limits opponents to 71.5 points per game. The Buffaloes also have a balanced offense with three players averaging more than 12 points per game. However, turnovers remain a weakness for them, averaging 14.9 per game. Despite some key injuries, the Buffaloes are prepared to take on the Rams in their upcoming rivalry game. Key statistics and rankings show that the Buffaloes have a solid offense, shooting percentages, and rebounding, but they will need to tighten up their defense to secure a win.

Colorado's Three-Point Shooting Key Factor in Game Against Colorado State

Colorado's superior shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, is expected to be the deciding factor in this upcoming game. The Buffs have impressive percentages of 40.1% on three-pointers and 75.5% on free throws, giving them a significant advantage over Colorado State, whose defense allows opponents to hit only 35.8% of their threes and attempts almost 21 free throws per game. Additionally, the Rams struggle with ball security, leaving them vulnerable to Colorado's defensive pressure. While the Buffaloes may face challenges scoring inside, their strong three-point shooting is anticipated to outweigh any obstacles. Therefore, it is recommended to support the home team against the spread on Saturday evening.

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SportsJaw Rams vs Buffaloes archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Rams vs Buffaloes matchups or learn how our predictions work.

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Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Colorado St. Rams+120 → +130Moved
  • Moneyline · Colorado Buffaloes-145 → -152Moved
  • Spread · Colorado St. Rams+2.5 (-110) → +3 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Colorado Buffaloes-2.5 (-110) → -3 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over140.5 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under140.5 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Colorado St. Rams
21-13 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Colorado Buffaloes
17-16 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-07T06:16:05.223Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Colorado Buffaloes had a successful run at home, beating back-to-back defending champs and Pacific. They are looking to build on these wins and maintain their undefeated streak at home by relying on their strong defense, which limits opponents to 71.5 points per game. The Buffaloes also have a balanced offense with three players averaging more than 12 points per game. However, turnovers remain a weakness for them, averaging 14.9 per game. Despite some key injuries, the Buffaloes are prepared to take on the Rams in their upcoming rivalry game. Key statistics and rankings show that the Buffaloes have a solid offense, shooting percentages, and rebounding, but they will need to tighten up their defense to secure a win.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

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Colorado Buffaloes defeated Colorado St. Rams 72-55

Colorado Buffaloes defeated Colorado St. Rams 72-55 on December 7, 2024, a 17-point decision in the series. Colorado Buffaloes' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 43-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Colorado St. Rams +3 (-110) spread, Colorado Buffaloes covered, while the 127 combined points finished under the recorded total of 140.5.

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