Denver vs Colorado State Prediction and College Basketball Picks 11/12/24

Top-25 Showdown in Denver

The Denver Pioneers will host the Colorado State Rams in a highly anticipated top-25 showdown on Saturday, November 12, 2024. Both teams enter the contest with undefeated records and are ranked among the top 25 in the nation.

Denver's Impressive Start

The Pioneers have impressed early in the season, winning their first three games by an average of 20 points. They boast a balanced scoring attack led by sophomore guard KJ Simpson, who is averaging 18.3 points per game. Senior forward Touko Taaperi has also been a key contributor, averaging 14.7 points and 7.7 rebounds per game.

Denver's defense has been equally impressive, holding opponents to an average of just 58.7 points per game. They rank among the top 20 in the nation in field goal percentage defense and three-point defense.

Colorado State's Road Success

The Rams have also started the season strong, winning their first three games on the road. They have relied on their size and physicality to dominate opponents, outrebounding their opponents by an average of 10.3 rebounds per game.

Junior forward Isaiah Stevens has been a force for Colorado State, averaging 19.3 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. Senior guard John Tonje has also been a key contributor, averaging 14.3 points and 5.3 assists per game.

Prediction

This is a tough matchup between two evenly matched teams. Denver has the home-court advantage and a slightly better defense, while Colorado State has the size and physicality advantage. Ultimately, we give the slight edge to Denver in this one due to their home-court advantage and their impressive start to the season.