Colorado Buffaloes vs Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis
The March Madness second round continues with a big matchup. The Colorado Buffaloes will take on the Marquette Golden Eagles. The winner of this Colorado vs Marquette matchup, will face the winner of the NC State vs Oakland. Let’s see the Colorado vs Marquette Odds.
Colorado is 26-10 overall and has won two straight games. The Buffaloes have gone 16-8 in Pac-12 play and 10-2 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 9-8 compared to 18-2 at home.
As the underdog, Colorado is 2-4 this season. The Buffaloes’ average scoring margin on the road is -1.0, and their record in their last 10 road games is 7-3. They have won their last five road games.
Colorado has an ATS record of 19-17-1 this season. On the road, they are 8-9 vs. the spread. As the underdog, their ATS mark is 2-4. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Buffaloes have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.
Today’s over/under line of 147.5 is just below the average over/under line in Colorado’s games this season (148.9). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today’s line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.
Marquette wants the Sweet Sixteen spot
Marquette has been dominant at home this season, going 20-3 with an average scoring margin of +14.6 points per game. They have won four straight games at home, and over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 9-1. Overall in the NCAAB standings, the Golden Eagles are 26-9 this season, including a 17-7 mark in Big East play.
Today, Marquette is favored by 3.5 points, and they have been the favorite in 27 of their 35 games this season. So far, they have gone 23-4 as the favorite. In their last game, the Golden Eagles defeated Western Kentucky by an NCAAB score of 87-69.
Marquette has been very strong against the spread this season, going 22-13-1. Their home ATS record is even better at 16-6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Eagles have a perfect 10-0 ATS mark.
Marquette’s over/under record this season sits at 15-21 and today’s line of 147.5 is below the average over/under line in their games (148.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points compared to their season average of 148.2. So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today’s line.
Game Information
| COLORADO BUFFALOES vs MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES |
| Location of the Game: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Date and Time: Sunday, March 24th 12:10 ET |
| Reason: 2024 March Madness Second Round |
| How to watch: CBS |
Colorado vs Marquette Odds
There are the NCAAB Odds for this matchup of today’s NCAAB Schedule:
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NCAAB Computer Picks for this NCAAB Matchup:
| TEAM | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| COLORADO | 67 | 145 | Spread MARQ -3.5 |
ML MARQ -171 |
Total UNDER 147.5 |
| MARQUETTE | 78 | ||||
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- AI Picks: Marquette Golden Eagles 78 – Colorado Buffaloes 67
- Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Golden Eagles -3.5 | ML Golden Eagles -171 | UNDER 147.5
Colorado Buffaloes Game Analysis
In their latest game, Colorado offense put up 102 points against Florida. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 63% and made 6 threes. Leading Colorado in scoring vs. Florida was KJ Simpson with his 23 points. Eddie Lampkin Jr. also added 21 points for the Buffaloes, accordin to the NCAAB player stats.
In terms of defense, Colorado is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 70.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Colorado’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.3% this season.
Marquette Golden Eagles Game Analysis
Marquette is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 87 points vs. Western Kentucky. This figure is more than their season average of 78.3 points per game. In terms of offense, the Golden Eagles have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 55th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 74th in percentage and 43rd in three-pointers made, according to the NCAAB team stats.
So far, the Golden Eagles’ defense is ranked 108th in the country at 69.6 points per contest. Against Western Kentucky in their most recent game, the Marquette defense gave up a total of 69 points while allowing Western Kentucky to hit 47% of their shots.
Injury Report
These players will not be able for this game according to the NCAAB Injury Report:
Colorado Buffaloes
- Julian Hammond – Knee – Out
- RJ Smith – Leg – Out
Marquette Golden Eagles
- Sean Jones – Knee – Out
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