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March Madness: Colorado State vs. Texas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Colorado State vs. Texas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado State Rams (25-10) take on the Texas Longhorns (20-12) in the 1st round of the NCAA Tournament Thursday. Tip-off from Spectrum Center in Charlotte is set for 6:50 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. Texas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Colorado State earned the 10 seed in the Midwest Region by crushing Virginia 67-42 in First Four action Tuesday, easily cashing as a 3-point favorite. Both F Joel Scott (23 points, 11 rebounds) and G Nique Clifford (17, 10) recorded double doubles, and the Rams held the Cavaliers to a paltry 14 of 56 from the field (25 FG%).

No. 7 seed Texas last played March 13, losing 78-74 to Kansas State in the 2nd round of the Big 12 Tournament. G Max Abmas, who leads Texas in scoring (17.1 points per game) and is 2nd in the Big 12 in FT% (91.6), led the Longhorns in defeat with 26 points.

These schools last met back on Dec. 15, 1952, and it was Texas who prevailed 63-46 in Austin. The Longhorns are going for their 3rd straight NCAA Tournament first-round win, while the Rams are back in the Big Dance after missing out last year.

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Colorado State vs. Texas odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Colorado State +114 (bet $100 to win $114) | Texas -137 (bet $137 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State +2.5 (-118) | Texas -2.5 (-104)
Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Colorado State vs. Texas picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado State 75, Texas 74

Moneyline

PASS.

Given the aforementioned recent success in the 1st round for this Longhorns team, I would rather take the few points.

Against the spread

BET COLORADO STATE +2.5 (-118).

The Rams led the Mountain West in FT% as a team (75.3), and no one committed more personal fouls per game (3.4) in the Big 12 than Texas F Dylan Disu. CSU also led the MWC in assists per game (17.7), good for 8th-best nationally as well.

Expect the Rams to be able to facilitate the basketball and get it down low, putting themselves in position to potentially get fouled. The Longhorns should play aggressively, since they feature players like G Tyrese Hunter, who Disu has credited with bringing defensive energy and intensity.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 143.5 (-112).

Hunter was a miserable 0 for 7 from the floor in the Big 12 Tournament loss to Kansas State, but in the regular season finale vs. Oklahoma, he finished with a career-high 30 points. Expect a stat line closer to the latter from the junior guard, and this Texas team is definitely a tougher test from an offensive standpoint for the Rams than UVA was.

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March Madness: Colorado State vs. Virginia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado State vs. Virginia odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 10 seed Colorado State Rams (24-10) face off against the 10th-seeded Virginia Cavaliers (23-10) in a First Four game in the NCAA Tournament Tuesday. Tip from UD Arena in Dayton is scheduled for 9:10 p.m. ET (truTV). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. Virginia odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Colorado State won 4 straight games to end the regular season, before falling 74-61 to eventual champion New Mexico in the semifinals of the Mountain West Tournament Friday. It failed to cover the spread as a 2.5-point underdog, and the Under (153.5) cashed. The Rams were 3-7 against the spread (ATS) over their last 10 and 16-16 ATS for the season.

The Cavaliers were a mixed bag down the stretch of the regular season, going 4-4 over their last 8. Virginia fell 73-65 to eventual champion North Carolina State in the quarterfinals of the ACC Tournament Friday. It didn’t cover the spread as a 2.5-point favorite, and the Over (122.5) cashed. It went 5-5 in its last 10 games ATS and 17-15 ATS this season.

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Colorado State vs. Virginia odds

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Moneyline (ML): Colorado State -142 (bet $142 to win $100) | Virginia +118 (bet $100 to win $118)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State -2.5 (-110) | Virginia +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 120.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Colorado State vs. Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado State 65, Virginia 61

Moneyline

PASS.

I’ve got the Rams (-142) winning this game, but taking a closer at the odds, I’ll place my bet on the spread because I’m paying less juice. When the line is only -2.5 like this one, there’s not that much of a difference between the moneyline and the spread.

Against the spread

BET COLORADO STATE -2.5 (-110).

Colorado State is 1-6 ATS in their last 7, but when the line is this small, I’m more worried about its recent play. It has won 4 of its last 5 coming into this game.

Virginia scares me in this tournament because it has so many problems scoring; it finished last in the ACC in points per game (63.6). We all remember when the No. 1 Cavaliers lost to No. 16 UMBC in the 1st round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament. Defense is great, but you need to score to win games, especially in a format like this one.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 120.5 (-115).

Colorado State has not seen a total this low all season. The lowest one it saw was 133, and that game went Over. It averages over 75 points per game on the season.

Virginia had totals set in the 120s for both games in the ACC Tournament, and both games went Over. It also went Over in 2 of its last 3 regular-season games. The Cavaliers have also gone Over the total in 2 of their last 3 NCAA tournament games.

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Air Force at Colorado State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Air Force Falcons at Colorado State Rams odds and lines, with college football expert picks and predictions.

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The Air Force Falcons (7-0, 4-0 Mountain West) and Colorado State Rams (3-4, 1-2) tussle Saturday. Kickoff at Canvas Stadium is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Air Force vs. Colorado State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Falcons are fresh off a Saturday road win at Navy. Air Force prevailed 17-6 in covering as a 10.5-point favorite. The Falcons have been most noted for their powerful, best-in-the-nation ground game (306.0 rushing yards per game), but they have also been stout on defense where they are yielding just 223.4 YPG (2nd in FBS).

Colorado State hasn’t beaten Air Force since 2015 (0-6 straight up, 3-3 ATS). The Rams head into this contest off a 25-23 setback at UNLV last Saturday (ATS win as +6.5 underdogs). CSU has a respectable offense, and one that will throw the ball frequently (336.4 passing YPG, 6th in FBS). But the Rams have been spotty on defense, allowing 466.4 YPG (130th in FBS).

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Air Force at Colorado State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 9:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Air Force -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Colorado State +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
Against the spread (ATS): Air Force -14 (-110) | Colorado State +14 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Air Force at Colorado State picks and predictions

Prediction

Air Force 27, Colorado State 14

Moneyline

The moneyline pool is full of juice. The prices bordering that pool are out of bounds when it comes to any leverage. PASS.

Against the spread

Air Force was favored by just 12.5 points on Monday, and the line shift, crossing 1 key number and hitting another, takes too much air out of a play on the Falcons. USAFA is coming off a pair of emotional wins — over Wyoming and Navy — and its strength of schedule needs to start weighing down some of its proficient statistical prowess. Early-season routs over Utah State, San Jose State, and San Diego State have not aged well, especially for a Falcon offense that piled up big numbers against those foes.

Figure Colorado State passing as being able to log some come-back points, even it’s in the late-game, back-door cover department.

PASS.

Over/Under

The total has gone Under in 12 of Colorado State’s last 18 games. The Under has also cashed in 5 of the Falcons’ last 6 road games.

And that’s the value play here. Peg Air Force’s offensive capabilities as being inflated due to some earlier games. CSU’s defensive red-zone profile figures as adequate enough to perhaps turn a couple Falcons scores into those of the 3-point variety, and the weather for this one — cold, snow, a bit of a wind — won’t help either offense find paydirt.

TAKE THE UNDER 46.5 (-105).

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Colorado State at Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado State at Colorado odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Coach Deion Sanders hopes to lead the 21st-ranked Colorado Buffaloes (2-0) to a 3-0 start as they take on the Colorado State Rams (0-1). Kickoff is Saturday at 10 p.m. ET at Folsom Field (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. Colorado odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Colorado State opened the season 2 weeks ago with a 50-24 home loss to Washington State as 8-point underdogs. The Over (53.5) cashed in.

Colorado is No. 21 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports. The Buffs started hot, defeating TCU on the road 45-42 when they were 21-point underdogs and then blew out Nebraska 36-14 as 2.5-point favorites.

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Colorado State at Colorado odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Colorado State +1050 (bet $100 to win $1,050) | Colorado -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State +23.5 (-105) | Colorado -23.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 62.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Colorado State at Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado 48, Colorado State 20

Moneyline

The Buffalos have been fantastic so far this season, averaging 40.5 points per game. The Rams allowed 50 in their one game.

Colorado should roll in this one. They have won the last 5 meetings.

But don’t touch the moneyline for your wager with that line.

PASS.

Against the spread

Colorado is 2-0 ATS this season but has not seen a 23.5-point spread yet this season.

Colorado State lost their opener by 26, and it was at home. Now they are on the road against an upstart Buffaloes team that is in the top 205.

BET COLORADO -23.5 (-105)

Over/Under

Colorado State’s first game of the year had 74 total points. Their last 2 meetings have had totals of 83 and 58.

BET OVER 62.5 (-110).

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MWC Tournament: Colorado State vs. San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Colorado State vs. San Diego State odds, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado State Rams (15-17) and San Diego State Aztecs (24-6) meet Thursday in the Quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference Tournament. Tip from the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas is at 3 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Colorado State edged Fresno State by a 67-65 count in a 1st-Round matchup Wednesday, although the Rams failed to cover as 3.5-point favorites as the Under cashed.

San Diego State has won 17 of its last 20 games while going 9-3-1 ATS across the previous 13 outings.

The Aztecs routed the Rams 77-58 on Feb. 21 as 10-point favorites as the Under cashed, while San Diego State won 82-76 in overtime in Fort Collins on Jan. 18, covering a 4.5-point line as the Over connected.

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Colorado State vs. San Diego State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Colorado State +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | San Deigo State -425 (bet $425 to win $100)
Against the spread: Colorado State +8.5 (-105) | San Diego State -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 137.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Colorado State vs. San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

San Diego State 74, Colorado State 62

Moneyline

San Diego State (-425) should win but is too expensive and isn’t a very good option for a standalone bet as you shouldn’t risk more than 4 times your potential return.

AVOID, and focus on the spread instead.

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Against the spread

Take SAN DIEGO STATE -8.5 (-115), as the Aztecs should be able to win by double digits.

The Aztecs are an impressive 9-3-1 ATS in the past 13 games and are 5-2-1 ATS in the past 8 games following a cover.

The Rams have struggled against winning teams, going just 7-20 ATS in the past 27 against teams with a winning overall record. Colorado State is just 1-6 ATS in its last 7 neutral-site games, too.

Over/Under

UNDER 137.5 (-115) is the lean, but go with a partial-unit play at most.

The Under has cashed in 7 of the past 9 games on a neutral floor for Colorado State and has cashed in 4 of its last 5 games against teams with a winning overall mark.

The Under has cashed in 5 in a row for the Aztecs and is an impressive 20-8 in its last 28 neutral-site games.

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Mountain West Tournament: Fresno State vs. Colorado State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Fresno State vs. Colorado State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Fresno State Bulldogs (11-19, 6-12 MWC) meet the Colorado State Rams (14-17, 6-12) on Wednesday in a 1st-round Mountain West Conference Tournament game. Tip-off at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas is set for 2 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Fresno State vs. Colorado State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Fresno State ended the regular season by annihilating Chicago State 108-72 on Saturday to cover as 12.5-point home favorites. The victory snapped a 2-game losing streak both outright and against the spread (ATS). In its last 10 games, the Bulldogs are 4-6 outright and 5-5 ATS. This season, they are 11-18 ATS.

Colorado State knocked off New Mexico 92-84 on Friday to cover as 2.5-point home underdogs. It is 4-6 in its last 10 games and 5-5 ATS in that same span. The Rams are 12-18 ATS on the season.

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Fresno State vs. Colorado State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Fresno State +2.5 (-115) | Colorado State -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 134.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fresno State vs. Colorado State picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado State 63, Fresno State 61

Moneyline

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LEAN FRESNO STATE +2.5 (-115).

Colorado State is just 1-5 ATS in its last 6 neutral site games, 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games following an outright win, and 1-4 ATS in its last 5 Wednesday games.

The Bulldogs defense is also ranked 55th in the nation in opponent points per game (65.6) while the Rams offense ranks just 146th overall at 73 PPG. Look for the Bulldogs to lock down defensively to keep this game within reach.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 134.5 (-110).

The Under is 5-0 in the Bulldogs last 5 games after scoring 100 or more points in their previous game, 5-0 in their last 5 Wednesday games, and 3-0-1 in their last 4 neutral site games.

As it stands, 134.5 would be the second-highest closing line in the Bulldogs last 10 games.

The Under is a combined 4-1-1 in neutral site games this season between the Rams and Bulldogs.

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New Mexico at Colorado State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Mexico at Colorado State odds and lines, with expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Mexico Lobos (21-9, 8-9 Mountain West) battle the Colorado State Rams (5-12, 13-17) in Ft. Collins Friday at 11 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the New Mexico vs. Colorado State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

In a rematch of an 88-69 victory on Dec. 28 by New Mexico as 5.5-point favorites, the Lobos come in after defeating Fresno State 92-80 on Tuesday while Colorado State limps in after losing 63-46 at San Jose State.

Following a 14-0 start to the season, the Lobos were looking to be headed into March Madness. Now the Lobos will need to likely win the Mountain West Conference Tournament to get an invite to the dance.

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New Mexico at Colorado State at Buffalo odds

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Moneyline (ML): New Mexico -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Colorado State +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
Against the spread (ATS): New Mexico -2.5 (-115) | Colorado State +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Miami (Ohio) at Buffalo picks and predictions

Prediction

New Mexico 88, Colorado State 75

Moneyline

PASS.

New Mexico is not bad value at -155 in this game. With the struggles it has had since entering conference play, this would normally be the way to go. But the Rams have phoned it in.

After losing 63-46 to San Jose State on Tuesday, I do not see the Rams putting up much fight here. The Lobos are still fighting for a postseason berth and this should propel the Lobos forward. Adding this to a parlay would be a fine play. But I would even consider adding the ATS number of -2.5 to a parlay for better payout. I feel this strongly about the Lobos in this spot.

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Against the spread

NEW MEXICO -2.5 (-105).

After defeating the Rams by 12 at home in December, the Lobos only enter this game as 2.5-point favorites. And the line is favoring the Rams. Why? This is the question without an answer.

The Rams have not done well this season and with this being the final weekend before the conference tournament, I do not see the Rams getting things together.

One of the areas Colorado State has struggled with this season is against good teams. Even at home, the Rams are 1-6 ATS in its last 7 against a team with a winning road record.

Look for the Lobos to use its offense to control this game from start to finish and easily cover the -2.5.

Over/Under

OVER 156.5 (-110).

This line jumped a full point as I typed this preview. Las Vegas knows something and I am willing to play along.

Colorado State has allowed its games to go Over in 17 of 28 games this season. This includes 10 of 13 following an ATS loss in its earlier outing. The Rams have also gone Over the total in 9 of 10 games against a team with a winning percentage above .600.

These numbers bode well for a New Mexico team which ranks 15th in the country in offense at 81.1 points per game and is going against a defense allowing 71.4 points (222nd). With New Mexico 13th in the country at 48.7% from the field, this could easily hit the Over with time to spare.

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Colorado State at San Jose State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado State at San Jose State dds and lines, with expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado State Rams (13-16, 5-11 Mountain West) take on the streaking San Jose State Spartans (17-12, 8-8) in Silicon Valley Tuesday at 11 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. San Jose odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

San Jose defeated Colorado State 78-70 as 9-point road underdogs on Dec. 31 as the 133.5 Over hit.

Both teams are coming off wins. Colorado State beat Wyoming 84-71 on Friday, covering as 7.5-point home favorites. San Jose State won 74-68 over Boise State on Saturday as 2.5-point home favorites.

Neither team has much to play for other than pride. Neither is likely to make the Big Dance so both are looking to finish the season strong and head into next season with some momentum.

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Colorado State at San Jose State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Colorado State +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | San Jose State -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State +2.5 (-110) | San Jose State -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 137.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ball State at Akron picks and predictions

Prediction

San Jose State 72, Colorado State 70

Moneyline

SAN JOSE STATE -150.

While this number is a bit high, it is not out of the range to wager on. Neither team is very good and taking either of them ATS is a risky proposition. Although it will cost a little bit, I would still rather take the Spartans -150. I would also feel comfortable using this as part of a larger parlay.

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Against the spread

PASS.

With the moneyline being so short, I would rather take the lesser risk and bet on the Spartans ML and not worry about the spread. Both teams have been up and down this season and both come in having won its last outing. This one is too close to call at 2.5 points. Just take the moneyline.

Over/Under

OVER 137.5 (-110).

The Rams have gone Over the total in 4 of their last 5 road games against a team with a home win percentage above .600 while the Spartans have gone Over the total in 5 of 6 home games.

While neither team is playing for much, this will make this a fight as both teams will look to finish their season with a winning streak. This will be a close game until the end and there will be a number of fouls down the stretch to get this game to the Over 137.5. I will take the chance on the Over hitting.

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Wyoming at Colorado State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Wyoming at Colorado State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Wyoming Cowboys (8-19, 3-12 Mountain West) visit the Colorado State Rams (12-16, 4-11) on Friday. Tip from Moby Arena is set for 9 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wyoming vs. Colorado State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Wyoming fell 65-55 to Utah State Tuesday, failing to cover as 6-point home underdogs. It has now lost back-to-back games and is only 3-7 in its last 10. In that span, the Cowboys are 4-6 against the spread (ATS) to fall to 9-16-1 ATS on the season.

Colorado State was destroyed 77-58 on the road against San Diego State on Tuesday and failed to cover as 10-point underdogs. The Rams are 3-1 ATS in their last 4, but just 4-6 ATS in their last 10. This season, they are 10-17 ATS.

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Wyoming at Colorado State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Wyoming +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Colorado State -330 (bet $330 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wyoming +7.5 (-115) | Colorado State -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 137.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wyoming at Colorado State picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado State 74, Wyoming 69

Moneyline

PASS.

At -330, the moneyline odds do not present any value for Colorado State.

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Against the spread

LEAN WYOMING +7.5 (-115).

The Cowboys are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games against a team with a losing home record and 2-2 ATS this season when playing as 7.5-9.5-point underdogs.

The Rams have not played well ATS on Fridays going just 4-23-2 in their last 29 Friday games. They have also struggled in night games this season with just a 4-13 ATS record in such games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 137.5 (-105).

The Over is 5-1 in the Cowboys’ last 6 road games against a team with a winning home record and 5-1 in their last 6 road games overall.

The Over is 4-0-1 in the Rams’ last 5 home games against a team with a losing record, 9-1-1 in their last 11 home games overall, and 9-22-1 in their last 12 games following a ATS loss. The Rams also have an O/U record of 16-10-1.

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Colorado State at San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado State at San Diego State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado State Rams (12-15, 4-10 MWC) and No. 20 San Diego State Aztecs (21-5, 12-2) meet Tuesday at Viejas Arena. Tip-off in the Mountain West tussle will be at 11 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado State vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Colorado State took the Aztecs to overtime on Jan. 16 before losing 82-76 as SDSU covered as 4.5-point road favorites. The Rams are now on the road where they have won 2 in a row.

Including that Jan. 16 game at Fort Collins, the Aztecs are 8-1 in their last 9 games. Mid-tempo SDSU has allowed just 64.9 points per game (3rd MWC). Of late, the Aztec defense has been especially strong at the perimeter. SDSU has held foes under a 30% on 3s in 6 straight games.

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Colorado State at San Diego State odds

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Moneyline: Colorado State +425 (bet $100 to win $425) | San Diego State -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State +10.5 (-105) | San Diego State -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Colorado State at San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

San Diego State 70 Colorado State 61

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