The Colorado Buffaloes (15-7, 6-5 Pac-12) welcome the Arizona State Sun Devils (11-11, 5-6) to CU Events Center Thursday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Arizona State vs. Colorado odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.
The Buffaloes lost to the Utah Utes 73-68 on the road Saturday, failing to cover as 3-point underdogs. Colorado has won 4 of its last 6 games. It is 11-11 against the spread (ATS) on the season and 2-1 ATS in its last 3 home conference games. However, it is just 4-7 ATS in Pac-12 action. The Buffs are led by G KJ Simpson, who is averaging 19.5 points per game (PPG).
Arizona State lost to the Cal Golden Bears 81-66 at home Saturday, failing to cover as a 2-point favorite. It has lost 4 straight outings and 3 straight road conference games. The Sun Devils have failed to cover in 4 straight but are still 5-6 ATS in Pac-12 action. They are 1-6 straight up over their last 7 games. G Frankie Collins leads the team, averaging 13.5 PPG.
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