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Baylor Bears Look to Dominate Colorado Buffaloes in Crucial League Matchup

In this upcoming conference battle, the Baylor Bears (16-10, 8-7 Big 12) will face off against the Colorado Buffaloes (10-16, 1-14 Big 12) in Boulder. These teams did not meet last season due to Colorado's previous affiliation with the Pac-12. Baylor is coming off a close home loss against #19 Arizona, while Colorado recently lost to #8 Iowa State but managed to cover the spread. Baylor is currently the betting favorite with a -6 opening line that has not moved. Tipoff is scheduled for 4:00 EST. Stay tuned for our Baylor vs. Colorado prediction for more insight into this match-up.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bears -262 | Buffaloes +208
• Spread: Bears -6 (-110) | Buffaloes +6 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 72%.

Baylor vs Colorado Stats

Baylor Bears

Baylor Bears are currently projected to be a 9-seed in the NCAA Tournament according to Bracketology. With five games left in the regular season, they cannot afford to take multiple losses against teams below them. Coming off a loss to Arizona, freshman VJ Edgecombe led the team with 24 points. Edgecombe is a rising star and is likely to go pro after the season. Norchad Omier leads the team in scoring and rebounding, while Robert Wright III and Jeremy Roach also contribute in the backcourt. Baylor is ranked 29th overall by KenPom, with a slow pace of play. In terms of statistics, Baylor is ranked 70th in offense, 128th in defense, with solid shooting percentages and rebounding averages. Defensively, they have room for improvement in defending the three-point shot and minimizing turnovers.

Colorado Buffaloes Analysis

The Colorado Buffaloes recently broke their losing streak in league play with a win over UCF. Despite their poor record, they are still ranked in the top 100 in KenPom. Bangot Dak, Julian Hammond III, and Andrej Jakimovski are key players for the team. The Buffaloes have struggled on offense, ranking 278th, but have been solid on defense, ranking 180th. They will need to win the Big 12 Tournament to have a chance at making the NCAA Tournament.

Baylor Favored to Triumph Over Colorado in Crucial League Matchup

In this upcoming game, Baylor is driven by their desire to continue fighting for their goals while Colorado may lack the same level of motivation as they aim for just one league win. It is crucial for Baylor to maintain their focus, especially considering their next four opponents are unranked, offering them a significant opportunity to solidify their spot in the Tournament. Conversely, Colorado recently secured their first Big 12 win, providing them with some relief but little hope for a significant turnaround in their season. With a lower offensive efficiency ranking of 161st compared to Baylor's 12th in the nation, Colorado's capabilities are likely to be outmatched by Baylor. Notably, Hammond is Colorado's sole double-figure scorer, indicating a lack of offensive depth. Overall, Baylor emerges as the stronger team with more at stake, making them the favored choice to win and cover in this matchup.

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