Expect a shootout when the Utah State Aggies (19-7, 8-5 MWC) challenge the Colorado State Rams (17-8, 8-4 MWC) at Moby Arena. The game starts at 9:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
Utah State Aggies vs. Colorado State Rams ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Rams defeated the Fresno State Bulldogs 80-70, while the Aggies beat the Boise State Broncos 70-61.
The Aggies knocked down 30 of their 35 free throws (85.7 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 31.5). The Rams, meanwhile, knocked down 16 of their 21 free throws (76.2 percent) and had a turnover percentage of 12.2 (better than their season average of 16.5). Nico Carvacho played a key role for Colorado State with 17 points and 16 rebounds. Utah State was led by Neemias Queta, who finished with 21 points, eight rebounds and five blocks.
In their first matchup this season, Sam Merrill led the Aggies to a 77-61 victory. He scored a game-high 28 points. Utah State launched 16 three pointers, making seven of them (43.8 percent), while Colorado State was 7-24 (29.2 percent).
The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the high-powered offense of Colorado State takes on the top-notch defense of Utah State. The Rams rank 58th in offensive efficiency, while the Aggies are 24th in defensive efficiency. Additionally, the Aggies, who rank 14th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.293), will face a difficult test against the Rams, who rank 21st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.161).
Utah State Aggies vs. Colorado State Rams Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Colorado State, ATS Winner – Colorado State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Utah State ranks 12th in assists per game (16.5) while Colorado State ranks 177th in assists allowed per game (13.3).
- The Rams rank 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Aggies rank 101st (3.3).
- Colorado State ranks 96th in steals per game (6.9) while Utah State ranks 139th in steals allowed per game (6.7).
- The Aggies rank 12th in rebounds per game (40.6) while the Rams rank 162nd (35.3).
- Utah State ranks 148th in three pointers attempted per game (22.0) while Colorado State ranks 235th in three pointers allowed per game (24.7).
Bettings Trends:
- The Aggies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.2, down from 12.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Rams have scored an average of 82.8 points per game (6.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.6 points per game (5.0 above their season average).
