As the college basketball season heats up, Colorado State and Wyoming find themselves in similar situations - both are hovering around the .500 mark in conference play and desperately need quality wins to bolster their tournament resumes. Colorado State, with a NET ranking of 98, is slightly ahead of Wyoming, which sits at 97. However, the Cowboys' Quad 2 opportunity against the Rams could be a significant boost to their profile. Colorado State, on the other hand, is looking to capitalize on a Quad 3 win to move up the ladder.
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Key Matchups
The CHD Scout prediction favors Colorado State by 2.2 points, with a 57.8% win probability, but this one is expected to be a closely contested matchup. Both teams have struggled in recent games, with Colorado State going 1-2 in their last three and Wyoming going 1-2 as well. Neither team has a player on a noticeable hot streak, but a strong performance from either side could be the difference-maker.
CHD Scout Prediction
Wyoming
73
Colorado State
75
With the tournament bubble looming, every game counts, and this matchup is no exception. A win for Colorado State would not only improve their conference record but also give them a much-needed boost in the NET rankings. For Wyoming, a Quad 2 win would be a significant addition to their resume, potentially moving them ahead of Colorado State in the tournament conversation.