Utah Runnin’ Utes at Colorado Buffaloes Betting Prediction 03/02/19

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The Utah Runnin’ Utes (15-12, 9-6 Pac-12) will be at the Coors Events Center to clash against the Colorado Buffaloes (16-11, 7-8 Pac-12) in a Pac-12 matchup. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 2, 2019, and will air on ESPNU.

Utah Runnin’ Utes at Colorado Buffaloes ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Buffaloes fell to the Washington Huskies, 64-55, while the Runnin’ Utes beat the Washington State Cougars, 92-79.

The Runnin’ Utes had a superb turnover percentage of 9.4 (better than their season average of 17.6) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.661 (above their season average of 0.553). Colorado, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 48.3 (above their season average of 29.8). Colorado was led by Tyler Bey, who had 20 points and 11 rebounds. Sedrick Barefield had a good outing for Utah, contributing 33 points.

In their first matchup this season, Timmy Allen led the Runnin’ Utes to a 78-69 win. He notched a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Utah had a much better free throw rate (0.345 vs. 0.172). Colorado, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (29.3 vs. 26.5).

The aggressive Colorado offense could be getting to the free throw line a lot in this showdown. The Buffaloes currently rank 50th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.272, while Utah ranks 193rd in FTA rate allowed (0.233).

Utah Runnin’ Utes vs. Colorado Buffaloes ATS Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Colorado, ATS Winner – Colorado, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Utah ranks 53rd in three pointers attempted per game (25.6) while Colorado ranks 239th (20.2).
  • The Buffaloes rank 29th in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while the Runnin’ Utes rank 47th (32.2).
  • The Buffaloes rank 35th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Runnin’ Utes rank 124th (12.9).
  • Colorado ranks 127th in blocks per game (3.1) while Utah ranks 151st in blocks allowed per game (3.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Buffaloes have scored an average of 68.4 points per game (5.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average).
  • The Runnin’ Utes have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Utah has defeated opponents by an average of 1.2 points.