The Oregon State Beavers (10-3, 0-1 Pac-12) and their sensational offense travel to Colorado to take on the Buffaloes (12-2, 2-0 Pac-12) and their stifling defense. Action begins at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 5, 2020, and can be seen on ESPNU.
Oregon State Beavers at Colorado Buffaloes Betting Odds
In their last game, the Buffaloes were victorious over the fourth-ranked Oregon Ducks, 74-65, while the Beavers lost to the Utah Runnin’ Utes, 81-69.
Colorado dominated every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.5 (better than their season average of 18.6) and a free throw rate of 0.298 (matching their season average). For those same stats, Oregon recorded marks of 17.0 and 0.214, respectively. Oregon State, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 9.6 (better than their season average of 14.9). Colorado received a boost from McKinley Wright IV, who put up 21 points, eight assists and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Tres Tinkle played a pivotal role for Oregon State with 19 points and six rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Buffaloes won the last matchup 73-58. The Buffaloes’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Beavers. Colorado had a rate of 35.5, while Oregon State posted a mark of 22.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Colorado appears to have an advantage on the offensive glass in this matchup. The Buffaloes currently rank 86th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.0 percent), while Oregon State ranks 226th in defensive rebounding percentage (71.1 percent). Also, the 31st-ranked offense of the Beavers (offensive efficiency of 111.9) will clash against the 12th-ranked defense of the Buffaloes (defensive efficiency of 85.7).
Oregon State Beavers at Colorado Buffaloes Odds Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Colorado, ATS Winner – Colorado, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Oregon State ranks 20th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Colorado ranks 176th (8.5).
- The Beavers rank sixth in blocks per game (6.5) while the Buffaloes rank 98th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- Oregon State ranks 31st in assists per game (16.1) while Colorado ranks 110th (13.6).
- The Buffaloes rank 34th in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while the Beavers rank 137th (35.5).
- Colorado ranks 25th in three pointers allowed per game (17.9) while Oregon State ranks 126th (21.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Beavers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.8, down from 11.2 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Buffaloes have scored an average of 78.0 points per game (6.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 61.4 points per game (0.5 above their season average).
