In this article we will formulate a Maryland vs Colorado State prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, March 23rd at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this game in the 2nd Round of the NCAA Tournament.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins are 26-8 (14-6) this year after they defeated Grand Canyon by a score of 81-49 in their last game. Maryland led 42-28 at halftime and held Grand Canyon to just 21 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Terrapins shot 50.8% from the field, 43.8% on three pointers, and 50% on free throws in the game. Julian Reese led Maryland with 18 points and nine rebounds, while Ja’Kobi Gillespie added 16 points and three rebounds in the game. Maryland was terrific on both ends of the court and they rebounded the ball very well, but they need shoot better from the free throw line.
Prior to that game, the Terrapins lost to Michigan by a score of 81-80, but did beat Illinois by a score of 88-65 before that. Maryland has won five of their last six games and they finished tied for second in the Big Ten standings with a 14-6 record. Maryland has scored 81.6 points per game and they have allowed 66.5 points against per game, while also averaging 36.9 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game this season. Derik Queen is averaging 16.2 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, while Ja’Kobi Gillespie is averaging 14.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game this year. Maryland is shooting 47.2% from the field, 75.5% on free throws, and 37.2% on three pointers this season.
Colorado State Rams Betting Preview
The Colorado State Rams are 26-9 (16-4) this season after they defeated Memphis by a score of 78-70 in their last game. Colorado State trailed 36-31 at halftime, but they scored 47 points in the second half for the win. The Rams shot 42.1% from the field, 36.7% on three pointers, and 76% on free throws in the game. Kyan Evans led Colorado State with 23 points and four assists, while Nique Clifford added 14 points and eight rebounds in the win. Colorado State struggled to contain Memphis in the paint, especially in the first half, but they did force 16 turnovers in the win.
Prior to that game, the Rams defeated Boise State by a score of 69-56 and Utah State by a score of 83-72. Colorado State has won 11 games in a row and they finished second in the Mountain West standings with a 16-4 record. Colorado State has scored 75.3 points per game and they have allowed 67.2 points against per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 16.5 assists per game this season. Nique Clifford is averaging 18.9 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Jalen Lake is averaging 11.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game this year. Colorado State is shooting 47.9% from the field, 77.5% on free throws, and 36.6% on three pointers this season.
Why Maryland will beat Colorado State
- Maryland has won each of its last 12 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Colorado State has lost 19 of its last 22 games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Maryland has won the first half in 18 of its last 19 games against non-Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Eight of Maryland’s last nine games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 145+ points.
- Four of Colorado State’s last five NCAA Tournament games have produced a total of 138 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Maryland ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+14.9).
- Maryland ranks 9th among Division 1 teams for net rating this season (+21.3).
- Colorado State ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (79.0%).
- Colorado State ranks 14th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (67.9%).
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Maryland vs Colorado State Prediction
Colorado State comes into this matchup looking for their 12th straight win and they played a great second half against Memphis on Friday, but this Maryland team is going to be a big challenge. The Terrapins have won five of their last six games and they have scored 80+ points in three straight. Both teams have solid defensive numbers on the season, but I think Maryland has a big advantage here. I expect Maryland to come out strong in this game and I think they will slow down Clifford enough to disrupt the CSU offense. Take Maryland to cover here.