The Colorado Buffaloes and San Diego State Aztecs are set to meet in a non-conference game at Pechanga Arena in San Diego, CA. Both teams come into this game with a 1-0 record in the 2027 regular season. Colorado is part of the Big 12, while San Diego State is in the Pac-12.
In their last game, Colorado secured a 94-59 victory over Abilene Christian. Jalin Holland led the team with 18 points and six rebounds. Teammates Alex Dickeson and Justin Neely also contributed significantly to the win.
San Diego State, on the other hand, defeated Cal State Fullerton 102-78. Latrell Davis scored 25 points, and Tae Simmons added 14 points and 11 rebounds. The Aztecs are favored in this matchup with a spread of -2.5.
San Diego State vs Colorado At a Glance
- Venue: Pechanga Arena, San Diego CA (Neutral Site)
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: USA
- Odds Favorite: San Diego State with a spread of -2.5
- Colorado Record: 1-0 in the 2027 Regular Season
- San Diego State Record: 1-0 in the 2027 Regular Season
San Diego State Aztecs: A High-Scoring Threat on the Court
Offensive Performance
The San Diego State Aztecs are averaging 102 points per game this season. They rank 29th in points per game, showcasing their scoring ability.
With 68 field goal attempts per game, the Aztecs are 68th in that category. They shoot 48.5% from the field, which places them 131st overall.
Key Players to Watch
Latrell Davis has been a standout with 25 points per game. He also contributes with 4 rebounds and 3 assists per game.
Tae Simmons is another key player, scoring 14 points and grabbing 11 rebounds per game. His presence on the boards is crucial for the Aztecs.
Defensive Stats
Defensively, the Aztecs record 6 steals per game. They struggle with blocks, averaging only 6 per game, ranking 389th.
Turnovers are a concern, as they average 15 per game. They also commit 21 fouls per game, which is an area for improvement.
Rebounding and Assists
The Aztecs excel in rebounding, averaging 50 rebounds per game. This ranks them 30th in the nation.
They also average 20 assists per game, highlighting their ability to share the ball effectively.
Free Throw Efficiency
San Diego State ranks 10th in free throws made per game, with 28. Their free throw percentage is 82.4%, which is 41st overall.
They attempt 34 free throws per game, ranking 31st, showing their ability to get to the line frequently.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against Cal State Fullerton, the Aztecs scored 102 points. Latrell Davis led the team with 25 points on 61.5% shooting.
Tae Simmons contributed significantly with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Bear Cherry also added 15 points and 7 rebounds in the win.
Injury Report
Nick Anderson is out for the season due to a knee injury. His absence will impact the team's guard rotation.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
Colorado Buffaloes Prepare for Basketball Showdown
Offensive Overview
The Colorado Buffaloes have a solid offensive game, averaging 94.0 points per game. Their field goal percentage is impressive at 60.3%, ranking them 6th in the nation. They also excel in effective field goal percentage, placing 7th with 69.0%.
Despite their high shooting percentage, they attempt fewer field goals, with just 58 per game. However, they make the most of their opportunities, especially with three-pointers, where they shoot 52.6% from beyond the arc. This places them 5th nationally in three-point percentage.
Defensive Details
On the defensive end, the Buffaloes average 7.0 steals per game. They also manage to keep their fouls low, committing only 13 per game. Their blocks per game are on the lower side, with 4.0 per game.
Turnovers are kept in check, as they average 11.0 per game, ranking them 121st. This careful play helps them maintain control and pressure their opponents. Their rebounding effort contributes to their defense, pulling down 39.0 rebounds per game.
Key Players
Jalin Holland stands out with an average of 18 points per game and a field goal percentage of 66.7%. Justin Neely also contributes significantly with 14 points and 5 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage sits at 75.0%.
Josiah Sanders adds to the scoring with 14 points per game. Meanwhile, Barrington Hargress helps distribute the ball, averaging 4 assists per game. Noah Feddersen's defense is evident with 1 steal and 1 block per game.
Team 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: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- 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%)
San Diego State vs Colorado Prediction: Over 154.5
San Diego State scores a lot. They average 102 points per game. Colorado also scores well with 94 points per game.
Both teams have strong offenses. San Diego State takes many shots and has good free throw numbers. Colorado shoots with high accuracy.
Given these stats, a high-scoring game is likely. The over/under is set at 154.5. Taking the over seems smart here.
I predict a final score of 88-82. San Diego State should win in a close and high-scoring game.
- San Diego State vs Colorado Prediction: Over 154.5
- San Diego State vs Colorado Score: San Diego State 88 - Colorado 82
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