Memphis vs Colorado State Prediction 3/21/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article we will formulate a Memphis vs Colorado State prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, March 21st at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this game in the 1st Round of the NCAA Tournament. 

Memphis Tigers Betting Preview

The Memphis Tigers are 29-5 (16-2) this year after they defeated UAB by a score of 84-72 to win the AAC Tournament in their last game. Memphis trailed 35-32 at halftime, but they scored 52 points in the second half to run away with the win. The Tigers shot 47.1% from the field, 46.2% on three pointers, and 60.9% on free throws in the game. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Dain Dainja added 22 points and 12 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that comeback victory, the Tigers defeated Tulane by a score of 78-77 and Wichita State by a score of 83-80. Memphis has won eight games in a row and they finished first in the AAC standings with a 16-2 record. The Tigers do have wins over Michigan State, Missouri, Clemson, Ole Miss and Connecticut, while picking up a 14-point loss to Auburn in the non-conference. Memphis has scored 80.0 points per game and they have allowed 73.3 points against per game, while also averaging 37.2 rebounds and 14.7 assists per game this season. PJ Haggerty is averaging 21.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Dain Dainja is averaging 14.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Memphis is shooting 47.4% from the field, 70.5% on free throws, and 37.8% on three pointers this season. 

Colorado State Rams Betting Preview

The Colorado State Rams are 25-9 (16-4) this season after they defeated Boise State by a score of 69-56 to win the Mountain West Tournament. Colorado State led 32-22 at halftime and was able to maintain that lead in the second half in the win. The Rams shot 43.1% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 68.4% on free throws in the game. Nique Clifford led Colorado State with 24 points and six rebounds, while Ethan Morton added 11 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Rams defeated Utah State by a score of 83-72 and Nevada by a score of 67-59. Colorado State has won 10 games in a row and they finished second in the Mountain West standings with a 16-4 record. The Rams don’t have many solid non-conference wins, but they did lose to Ole Miss by 15 points and Washington by six points. Colorado State has scored 75.2 points per game and they have allowed 67.1 points against per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 16.6 assists per game this season. Nique Clifford is averaging 19.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Jalen Lake is averaging 11.1 points, 2.8 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 Colorado State will beat Memphis

• Colorado State has won each of its last 10 games.
• Memphis has lost three of its last four NCAA Tournament games.
• Colorado State has won the first half in each of its last seven day games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Memphis’ last nine day games have produced a total of 149+ points.
• Nine of Colorado State’s last 10 day games have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Memphis ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (38.8%).
• Memphis ranks T28th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (22.7).
• 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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Memphis vs Colorado State Prediction 

Memphis finished the season ranked in the top 25 and they won the AAC Tournament, but I was not impressed by them in their last few games. The Tigers barely survived against Wichita State and Tulane, and they trailed at halftime against UAB last time out. Colorado State has won 10 games in a row and they have been very impressive over the last few weeks. The Rams held Boise State to just 56 points in their last game and I think their defense will be the difference. Memphis is also dealing with some injury issues, which could be a big factor here. Take Colorado State to cover.