The California Golden Bears (10-11, 4-4 Pac-12) and the 24th-ranked Colorado Buffaloes (17-5, 7-3 Pac-12) square off at CU Events Center. The Golden Bears can put an end to a five-game road losing streak. The game will air on Pac-12 Network at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
California Golden Bears vs. Colorado Buffaloes ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Buffaloes won big over the USC Trojans 78-57, while the Golden Bears won a close one over the Oregon State Beavers 69-67.
California’s 0.529 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Oregon State, who had a mark of 0.413. The Golden Bears’ mark was above their season average of 0.471, while the Beavers’ was below their season average of 0.523. The Buffaloes, meanwhile, made 15 of their 17 free throws (88.2 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.606 (above their season average of 0.504). McKinley Wright IV fueled Colorado with 12 points, eight assists and six rebounds. Meanwhile, California received a boost from Matt Bradley, who put up 23 points and six rebounds.
The Buffaloes dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last matchup, Colorado won 56-51. Colorado won the rebounding battle. The Buffaloes had 10 offensive rebounds and 40 total rebounds, while the Golden Bears had two and 19, respectively. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, Colorado figures to have a significant advantage. The Buffaloes defense ranks 35th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.451), while the California offense is ranked 288th in effective field goal percentage (0.474). Additionally, the Golden Bears, who rank 276th in offensive rebounding percentage (25.4 percent), might have a tough time getting second chance points against the Buffaloes, who rank 49th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent).
California Golden Bears vs. Colorado Buffaloes Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Colorado, ATS Winner – California, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- California ranks eighth in steals allowed per game (4.6) while Colorado ranks 195th (7.6).
- The Buffaloes rank 29th in three pointers allowed per game (18.3) while the Golden Bears rank 125th (21.2).
- The Buffaloes rank 100th in assists per game (13.9) while the Golden Bears rank 266th (9.4).
- Colorado ranks 77th in rebounds per game (37.8) while California ranks 238th (33.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Buffaloes have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.4 points per game (2.4 above their season average).
- The Golden Bears’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 8.6, up from 4.8 for the season.
