The Northern Colorado Bears will take on the Arizona State Sun Devils in a college basketball regular season game. This non-conference game will be held at the Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, Arizona. Both teams enter the game with a 1-0 record.
Northern Colorado had a strong showing in their previous game against Colorado College. They won by 53 points, scoring 117 points with a field goal percentage of 56.9%. Key players like Langston Reynolds and Jeremiah Hammond contributed significantly to that victory.
Arizona State also comes off a win against East Tennessee State, with a final score of 75-65. The Sun Devils were led by Paulius Murauskas, who scored 21 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. As favorites with an 18.5-point spread, they will look to maintain their momentum against the Bears.
Arizona State vs Northern Colorado At a Glance
- Matchup: Northern Colorado Bears vs Arizona State Sun Devils
- Venue: Desert Financial Arena, Tempe AZ
- TV: ESPN+
- Game Date & Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
- Odds: Arizona State favored with a spread of -18.5
- Records: Both teams enter with a 1-0 record for the 2027 season
Arizona State Sun Devils: A Look at the Upcoming Game
Offensive Overview
The Arizona State Sun Devils average 75.0 points per game. They attempt 53 field goals per game, hitting 43.4%. With 8.0 three-pointers made each game, their shooting from beyond the arc is at 30.8%.
They excel at free throws, making 21.0 per game with an accuracy of 80.8%. They maintain 34.0 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game, showing room for improvement in these areas.
Defensive Strategy
On defense, the Sun Devils are strong with 3.0 steals per game. Their shot-blocking ability results in 2.0 blocks per game.
They manage to keep turnovers low, averaging 10.0 per game. Their discipline is evident with only 12.0 fouls per game.
Key Players to Watch
Paulius Murauskas stands out with 21.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. Joel Foxwell contributes with 15.0 points and 5.0 assists, making him a key playmaker.
Dillan Shaw adds 13.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game. Filip Malesevic provides a perfect shooting percentage, scoring 12.0 points per game.
Injury Concerns
Emmanuel Innocenti is questionable with a left ankle sprain. Marcus Vaughns is also questionable due to a lower-body injury.
The availability of these players could impact the team's performance. The Sun Devils will hope for their quick recovery.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Northern Colorado Bears Set to Continue Their Winning Ways
Team Overview
The Northern Colorado Bears have kicked off their season with an impressive start. They scored a whopping 117 points in their first game. This high-scoring performance ranks them 9th in points per game nationally.
The Bears are also efficient shooters, making 56.9% of their shots. This shooting accuracy places them 32nd in field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage is even better, ranking 6th overall.
Offensive Firepower
Three-point shooting is a key strength for Northern Colorado. They make an average of 16 three-pointers per game, ranking them 8th. Their accuracy from beyond the arc is impressive at 53.3%, ranking 5th.
The Bears also get to the free-throw line often, attempting 36 free throws per game. They make 27 of those attempts on average, placing them 16th in free throws made. Their free throw shooting percentage stands at 75%.
Key Players
Jeremiah Hammond leads the Bears with 17 points per game. He also contributes defensively with 2 steals and 1 block per game. Hammond's shooting accuracy is 55.6%.
Chiante Tramble adds 13 points and 3 assists per game. His shooting percentage is 62.5%. Hunter Caldwell, the center, averages 12 points and 3 rebounds, with a shooting percentage of 57.1%.
Team Defense
Northern Colorado allows just 64 points in their first game. Their defense records 5 steals per game, ranking 72nd. However, they struggle with fouls, committing 21 per game.
The Bears also face challenges with turnovers, averaging 14 per game. Blocking shots is another area to improve, as they rank 400th with 7 blocks per game.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
Arizona State vs Northern Colorado Prediction: Over 146.5
Arizona State and Northern Colorado bring different styles to the court. Northern Colorado has an offensive approach, averaging 117.0 points per game. They shoot well, with a field goal percentage of 56.9% and a high 3-point percentage of 53.3%.
Arizona State averages 75.0 points per game, but their pace is slower. Their ability to make free throws, with a 80.8% success rate, can add points to the total. This suggests they can contribute to a high-scoring game.
The over/under for this game is set at 146.5. Given Northern Colorado's offensive stats and Arizona State's efficient free throw shooting, the game could exceed this total.
With Northern Colorado's fast pace and Arizona State's ability to score from the line, this game leans towards the over. A final score of Northern Colorado 87 - Arizona State 78 aligns with this prediction.
- Arizona State vs Northern Colorado Prediction: Over 146.5
- Arizona State vs Northern Colorado Score: Northern Colorado 87 - Arizona State 78
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