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Big Sky Tournament: Northern Colorado vs. Montana State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Northern Colorado at Montana State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The 8th-seeded Northern Colorado Bears (12-19) and No. 2 Montana State Bobcats (22-9) will tussle in a Sunday quarterfinal in the Big Sky Conference Tournament in Boise. The battle at Idaho Central Arena will tip off at 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Montana State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northern Colorado outscored Portland State 25-10 at the free-throw line in an 84-80 triumph Saturday. The up-tempo Bears — a streaky squad that has now won 2 in a row — will be seeking their 1st win in 3 tries this season against the Bobcats.

Montana State logged victory margins of 21 and 13 points in wins over UNC Jan. 5 and Feb. 4. Both games were covers, and the Bobcats are 6-1 against the spread over their last 7 games against the Bears.

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Northern Colorado vs. Montana State odds

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Moneyline: Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Northern Colorado +7.5 (-110) | Montana State -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 146.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Northern Colorado vs. Montana State picks and predictions

Prediction

Montana State 78, Northern Colorado 70

Moneyline

The moneyline wasn’t available at the time of publication, but we’ll look to the spread anyway.

PASS.

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Against the spread

The Bears are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against teams with winning records.

MSU coach Danny Sprinkle guided the Bobcats through these brackets to a title last season. Sprinkle’s 2022-23 group is a veteran one that has won 5 straight games and 10 of its last 11. The Bobcats are not a good 3-point-shooting team, but they are incredibly proficient in getting looks at or near the rim and in getting to the charity stripe.

Peg those factors as looming large in a neutral-site affair. BACK THE BOBCATS -7.5 (-110). Consider making this one a partial-unit play: the margin here is thin after the spread was steamed up a couple of points.

Over/Under

No leeway here. In slow MSU vs. fast UNC — but in a game that figures to have some 3s (UNC) and free throws (MSU) pushing the score — figure a final tally around 145-150.

PASS.

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Big Sky Tournament: Northern Colorado vs. Portland State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Northern Colorado vs. Portland State Big Sky Tournament odds, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northern Colorado Bears (11-19, 6-12 Big Sky) and Portland State Vikings (12-18, 6-11) square off Saturday in a Big Sky Conference Tournament 1st-round matchup. Tip from Idaho Central Arena in Boise is at 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Portland State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northern Colorado snapped a 3-game losing and non-cover streak with an 87-72 win and cover against Idaho State in the regular-season finale on Feb. 27. The Over has cashed in 4 straight, and 6 of the past 7 games, for NorCo.

Portland State ended the season on a 3-game losing skid, and it failed to cover in each of those outings. The Vikings are 2-8 against the spread (ATS) in the past 10 games overall while the Over has connected in 6 of their last 7 games.

Northern Colorado swept the regular-season series, winning 69-67 in Portland on Jan. 14 and 88-79 at home on Feb. 9. The Bears covered both meetings, too, while splitting the Over-Under.

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Northern Colorado vs. Portland State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the Board (OTB)
Against the spread: Northern Colorado -2.5 (-115) | Portland State +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 159.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Northern Colorado vs. Portland State picks and predictions

Prediction

Northern Colorado 84, Portland State 77

Moneyline

The moneyline was OTB at the time of publishing.

However, when it opens Northern Colorado might be worth pursuing since it swept Portland State in each outing and shouldn’t be priced terribly high. As long as the Bears are cheaper than my personal moneyline limit of -180, they’re worth some consideration.

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Against the spread

The play is NORTHERN COLORADO -2.5 (-115), as it swept Portland State this season.

While it is difficult to win 3 times against the same team, the Bears are very good on neutral-floor games. Northern Colorado is 4-1 ATS in the past 5 neutral-site affairs.

The Vikings are a dismal 2-8 ATS in the past 10 games overall, 1-6 ATS in their last 7 after a non-cover and 1-5 ATS in the past 6 after a straight-up loss.

Over/Under

OVER 159.5 (-105) is the lean in this Big Sky 1st-round action.

The Over is 6-1 in the past 7 games for Portland State and is 4-0 in its last 4 neutral-site games.

The Over has cashed in 4 straight for NorCo and is 5-1 in the past 6 against teams with a losing overall record.

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Idaho State at Northern Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Idaho State at Northern Colorado odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Idaho State Bengals (11-19, 8-9 Big Sky) and Northern Colorado Bears (10-19, 5-12) tussle in a Big Sky Conference showdown Monday. The contest at Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley it set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Idaho State vs. Northern Colorado odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Idaho State picked up its 2nd straight win with a 71-63 victory at home over Eastern Washington Saturday. The Bengals defeated the Bears 90-83 in overtime at home Dec. 31, leveraging a 31-of-35 performance at the free-throw line to do so.

The Bears lost to Northern Arizona 85-82 Saturday and head into Monday’s home test having lost 3 in a row. Saturday’s loss snapped a 4-game home win streak. Northern Colorado has had some big perimeter-shooting games on its home hardwood.

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Idaho State at Northern Colorado odds

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Moneyline: Idaho State +205 (bet $100 to win $205) | Northern Colorado -270 (bet $270 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Idaho State +5.5 (+100) | Northern Colorado -5.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Idaho State at Northern Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Northern Colorado 78, Idaho State 68

Moneyline

Northern Colorado (-270) should pick up the victory on their home hardwood, but you shouldn’t wager nearly 3 times your potential return on a moneyline.

AVOID.

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Against the spread

UNC has done some of its better work against teams that don’t defend the interior well, and Idaho State fits that bill.

In a clash of pace (UNC fast, ISU slow), it’s notable that the Bengals are 1-3 ATS against the other fast teams in the conference such as Eastern Washington and Portland State. Four Bears fouled out in the 1st meeting, and UNC led that game by 9 late in the 1st half. Look for more of a boat race in Monday’s return game.

BACK NORTHERN COLORADO -5.5 (-120).

Over/Under

No lean on a fair number. PASS.

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Portland State at Northern Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Portland State at Northern Colorado odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Portland State Vikings (10-14, 4-7 Big Sky) visit the Northern Colorado Bears (8-16, 3-9) on Thursday. Tip from Bank of Colorado Arena is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Portland State vs. Northern Colorado odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Portland State fell to Eastern Washington 98-88 on Saturday, failing to cover as a 4.5-point home underdog. It is just 4-6 straight up (SU) and 2-8 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10 games. The Vikings are 8-14 ATS on the season.

Northern Colorado destroyed Weber State 88-54 on Monday, easily covering as a 2-point home favorite. The victory broke a 3-game losing skid for NorCo, but it is still just 3-7 SU in its last 10 games. The Bears are 4-6 ATS over that span as they have slipped to 9-14 ATS this season.

Northern Colorado took down Portland State 69-67 to cover as a 5-point road underdog in their first matchup this season on Jan. 14 as the Under (157.5) connected.

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Portland State at Northern Colorado odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Portland State +4.5 (-110) | Northern Colorado -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Portland State at Northern Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Northern Colorado 81, Portland State 73

Moneyline

The moneyline was OTB at the time of publication.

PASS.

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Against the spread

LEAN NORTHERN COLORADO -4.5 (-110).

The Bears seem to have found the spark they were looking for with a 34-point victory on Monday. At 4-3 ATS in their last 7 games and 2-1 ATS in their last 3 home games, NorCo is starting to put the necessary pieces together. The Bears are also 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games following a win of more than 20 points.

The Vikings have been struggling recently with a 0-4 ATS record in their last 4 games and a 0-5 ATS record in their last 5 Thursday games.

Over/Under

As it stands, 156.5 points would be the 2nd-highest closing line in both the Bears’ and Vikings’ last 10 games.

The Under is 5-1 in the Vikings’ last 6 road games following 3 or more consecutive home games and 5-1 in their last 6 games against a team with a winning percentage below .400.

The Under is also 5-1 in the Bears’ last 6 games following a win of 20 or more points.

BET UNDER 156.5 (-115).

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Weber State at Northern Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Weber State at Northern Colorado odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Weber State Wildcats (12-11, 7-3 Big Sky) and Northern Colorado Bears (7-16, 2-9) meet Saturday at Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley. Tip-off is scheduled for 11 p.m. ET (ESPNU). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Weber State vs. Northern Colorado game odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Wildcats have rattled off 4 victories in the past 5 tries, while going 3-2 ATS during the stretch while cashing the Over in 4 of the past 5 games, too.

The Bears return home from a 3-game road trip, losing each of the contests while covering just once in Montana on Groundhog Day. The Under is 5-2 across the past 7 games overall for NorCo.

Weber State won the first meeting at the Dee Events Center in Ogden, Utah, by an 81-72 score while covering a 3.5-point number as the Over connected.

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Weber State at Northern Colorado odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Weber State -1.5 (-110) | Northern Colorado +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Weber State at Northern Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Weber State 74, Northern Colorado 69

Moneyline

The moneyline was off the board at the time of publishing.

Weber State would be the play if a moneyline is made available.

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Against the spread

WEBER STATE -1.5 (-110) has picked up 6 covers in the past 8 games on the road, while going 9-4 ATSA in the past 13 games overall. The favorite has cashed in 7 of the past 10 meetings in this series, too.

For Northern Colorado +1.5 (-110), the Bears are just 3-9 ATS in the past 12 games overall, while cashing in just 1 of the past 5 games at home. NorCo is also 0-5 ATS in the past 5 games against teams with a winning overall record, too.

Over/Under

OVER 142.5 (-110) is the lean, but play a half-unit at the most. The Over has cashed in each of the previous 3 meetings in this series, including the earlier meeting this season.

The Over is 4-1 in Weber State’s past 5 games overall, while going 22-9 in the past 31 games at home for Northern Colorado.

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Northern Colorado at Montana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Northern Colorado at Montana odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northern Colorado Bears (7-14, 2-7 Big Sky) and Montana Grizzlies (10-12, 4-6) meet Thursday at Dahlberg Arena in Missoula, Mont. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Montana game odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

NorCo suffered a 79-74 home loss to Montana in the first meeting on Jan. 3 as the Over (146) connected. Northern Colorado has picked up just 2 wins in the past 11 outings and is just 2-8 against the spread in the past 10 games.

The Griz snapped a 3-game losing streak last time out with a 73-67 win at Portland State as 2-point underdogs. It also ended a 3-game non-cover streak, and the Over snapped a 3-0 run to the Under.

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Northern Colorado at Montana odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Northern Colorado +6.5 (-105) | Montana -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Northern Colorado at Montana picks and predictions

Prediction

Montana 77, Northern Colorado 69

Moneyline

The moneyline is OTB at the time of publication.

However, Montana will be too expensive when it opens for a team that is under .500.

While the Griz won the first meeting in this Big Sky Conference matchup, look to the line instead.

PASS.

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Against the spread

MONTANA -6.5 (-115) and Northern Colorado have each had issues against the number this season.

However, the Griz have managed a 5-1 ATS mark in the past 6 games against teams with a winning percentage of .400 or lower. Montana usually takes care of business against the teams it should beat.

The Bears are just 2-8 ATS in the past 10 games overall and 1-4 ATS in the past 5 road outings.

Over/Under

OVER 144.5 (-105) is the lean, but go lightly with a half-unit at best.

The Over is 7-3 in the past 10 games on the road for NorCo, while going 14-6 in the past 20 games on the road against teams with a winning home record.

The Over is 4-0 in the past 4 games for Montana against losing teams, too, while going 5-2 in the past 7 following a cover.

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Northern Colorado at Sacramento State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Northern Colorado at Sacramento State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northern Colorado Bears (5-11, 0-4 Big Sky) and Sacramento State Hornets (9-7, 2-1) meet Thursday. The opening tip at The Nest will be at 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Sacramento State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northern Colorado has lost 6 outings in a row and is 0-5 against the spread (ATS) since Dec. 20. The Bears play a fast brand of basketball but have scuffled on defense, allowing 80.2 points per game, which ranks 10th in the 10-team Big Sky Conference.

The Hornets are coming off a 78-75 loss as 5-point underdogs at Eastern Washington Saturday. The slow-down Sacramento squad had a 3-game win streak snapped despite tying a season-high with 14 triples as it also allowed a season-high 13 long balls.

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Northern Colorado at Sacramento State odds

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Moneyline: Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Northern Colorado +4.5 (-105) | Sacramento State -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Northern Colorado at Sacramento State picks and predictions

Prediction

Sacramento State 75, Northern Colorado 67

Moneyline

The moneyline was OTB at the time of publishing.

Against the spread

The Hornets are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 home games, and the favorite is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings in this series.

Sacramento State’s tempo is in the slowest-10% territory and UNC is 1-4 ATS in games against bottom-third-tempo squads.

Both teams can hit the 3-ball, but the Hornets do a better job getting looks underneath. Sacramento is by far the superior rebounding team, and a win in the area of a 3-possession margin looks to be as likely as by 2 scores. BACK THE HORNETS -4.5 (-115).

Over/Under

This game presents a clash of pace with mixed signals in how the game flow lays out. UNC’s offense has been on the downturn of late, and there is a lean on the Under.

Consider a PASS but a line watch: jump in on the Under at 145.5 or higher.

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Montana State at Northern Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Montana State Bobcats at Northern Colorado odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Montana State Bobcats (8-7, 1-1 Big Sky) and Northern Colorado Bears (5-9, 0-2) meet Thursday in a Big Sky tussle with opening tip at Bank of Colorado Arena at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the _Montana State vs. Northern Colorado odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Montana State failed to cover as a 6-point favorite Saturday in a 70-67 home loss to Eastern Washington. The against-the-spread (ATS) loss was the Bobcats’ first since Nov. 26. Boasting a solid inside game on offense and a decent all-around defense, MSU is 8-4-1 ATS overall.

The Bears are 0-3 straight up and 0-3 ATS since Dec. 20. Northern Colorado has lost 4 straight games overall, and a shaky defense has been the culprit. The Bears have allowed 80-plus points in 3 of those losses and for the season they have allowed 80.5 PPG, which ranks 354th out of 363 Div. 1 teams.

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Montana State at Northern Colorado odds

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Moneyline: Montana State -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Northern Colorado +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Montana State -2.5 (-110) | Northern Colorado +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Montana State at Northern Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Montana State 74, Northern Colorado 72

Moneyline

PASS. Although it’s almost tempting to take a flyer on Northern Colorado at plus-money.

Against the spread

Montana State is the lean in a vacuum and a slight betting lean at this number. But a better tag could’ve been had before the UNC slide, and there is some regression likely due for a defense that has been torched by mid-range jump shots.

STEER CLEAR.

Over/Under

The strongest play in this game is the UNDER 147.5 (-110). Its only worth a partial-unit play, but a number a point closer to 150 would be worth full-fledged action.

Both teams have played strong offensive teams so far, at least relative to their overall slates. Northern Colorado 3-pointers (37.1% accuracy rate) could endanger this play, but the Bears have been a bit off from distance in a couple of recent games. A slower MSU pace should add to the effort to slow UNC triples.

The Under is 4-0 in the Bobcats’ last 4 overall. And the Under is 5-1 in MSU’s last 6 against opponents with a losing record.

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Northern Colorado at Weber State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Northern Colorado at Weber State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northern Colorado Bears (5-7, 0-0 Big Sky) and the Weber State Wildcats (5-8, 0-0) meet Thursday at Dee Events Center in Ogden, Utah. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Weber State odds and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Bears showed signs of life last time out on Dec. 20 but they still lost 67-65 against the visiting Air Force Falcons. Northern Colorado has dropped 2 in a row after a solid 2-game win streak over Cal State-Northridge and Colorado State. It is 3-1 ATS across the past 4 games overall.

The Wildcats had a 3-game win streak snapped at BYU last time out on Dec. 22, losing 63-57 as 13.5-point underdogs. However, Weber State covered for the 3rd consecutive game after opening 1-7 ATS in the first 8 games with a spread. The Under is 4-1 in the previous 5 games overall.

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Northern Colorado at Weber State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Northern Colorado +3.5 (-105) | Weber State -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Northern Colorado at Weber State picks and predictions

Prediction

Northern Colorado 75, Weber State 70

Moneyline

There was no moneyline available at the time of publishing.

PASS.

Against the spread

NORTHERN COLORADO +3.5 (-105) has been pesky lately, and it is worth playing lightly in this Big Sky Conference opener. NorCo has covered 3 of the past 4 games overall while going 5-2 ATS across the past 7 outings.

The Bears are also a tremendous 40-19-1 ATS in the past 60 road games while going 4-1 ATS in the past 5 against losing teams.

The Wildcats are 6-17 ATS in the past 23 games overall while going just 3-12 ATS in the past 15 games at home.

Over/Under

OVER 142.5 (-115) is the lean — but play a half-unit at most.

The Over is 7-3 in NorCo’s past 10 games overall while going 4-1 in the past 5 games on the road.

While Weber State has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games overall, and 5 of the past 7 at home, the Over cashed in each of these teams’ 2 meetings last season.

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Northern Colorado at Cal State Northridge odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Northern Colorado at Cal State Northridge odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northern Colorado Bears (4-5) visits Cal State Northridge Matadors (2-6) for a Saturday non-conference in Northridge. The opening tip at Premier America Credit Union Arena will be at 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northern Colorado vs. Cal State Northridge odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Northern Colorado is coming off an 88-83 win at Colorado State last Saturday. The Bears shot a season-high 57.1% from the floor in what marked their 3rd win in their last 4 games. UNC foes get a heavy dose of distance attempts, and the Bears have knocked down 41% of their 3s across their last 3 games.

The Matadors have lost all 6 games away from home, but they have won both games played on home hardwood in the San Fernando Valley. CSU-Northridge is fresh off a 65-56 road loss at Fresno State Wednesday. The Matadors shot 40.4% in that game and have shot below 42% in 5 of their 6 losses.

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Northern Colorado at Cal State Northridge odds

Provided by Tipico 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: Northern Colorado -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Cal State Northridge +115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northern Colorado -1.5 (-105) | Cal State Northridge +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Northern Colorado at Cal State Northridge picks and predictions

Prediction

Cal State Northridge 72, Northern Colorado 71

Moneyline

PASS when you can get a point of insurance on the spread for the same price.

Against the spread

The Matadors are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall.

Recent SU losses to Boise State (Nov. 29) and Fresno State (Dec. 7) were played much tighter than what final scores indicated. Significant edges in the turnover and rebounding departments are in the Matadors’ column.

Some 3-point regression from the Bears — in what marks their 3rd-straight game away from home — would not be a surprise.

TAKE THE MATADORS +1.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Expecting a mid-pace game without many of the points-in-bunches spiral factors. Would take the Under at 145 or higher. PASS otherwise.

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