- Matchup: Colorado State Rams vs Utah State Aggies
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Venue: Dee Glen Smith Spectrum, Logan, UT
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Saturday, the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum will host a thrilling encounter featuring the 9-1 Utah State Aggies squaring off against the 9-2 Colorado State Rams.
In their previous outing, the Colorado State Rams triumphed over Northern New Mexico, achieving a commanding 104-54 victory. The Rams boasted an impressive field goal percentage of 61.3% (38 of 62) and successfully landed 11 of their 29 three-point attempts. At the charity stripe, they converted 17 of 22 shots, equating to 77.3%. On the boards, Colorado State accumulated 37 rebounds, including 5 on the offensive glass. Additionally, they recorded 24 assists, caused 14 turnovers, and made 10 steals. Defensively, they restricted Northern New Mexico to a shooting percentage of 34.5% (20 of 58). Northern New Mexico managed 12 assists and 5 steals while securing 25 rebounds, with only 6 of those being offensive. From the free-throw line, they finished at 66.7%, hitting 8 of 12 attempts and made 6 out of 26 from beyond the arc. Foul counts were 14 for the Rams and 17 for Northern New Mexico.
One standout performer was Darnez Slater, who showcased his skills with 17 points on a perfect 6-for-6 shooting effort. He played 18 minutes, added 2 rebounds, but didn’t register any assists.
Colorado State enters this matchup with a record of 9-2 this season. They average 10.9 turnovers per game and commit 15.6 personal fouls. The Rams collect an average of 34.5 rebounds per game and have a total of 206 assists this season, ranking 30th nationally in assists. They have a three-point shooting success rate of 44.7% (130 out of 291) and excel at the free-throw line, converting 80.8% of their attempts. Offensively, they score an average of 85.7 points per game, ranking 58th in college basketball, while shooting an impressive 54.3% overall.
Defensively, the Rams force 9.5 turnovers per game while committing 18.4 personal fouls. They rank 88th in Division 1 in assists allowed, surrendering 127 on the season. Opponents shoot 43.8% (278 of 635) against them and average 27.5 rebounds per game. They hold opponents to 31.9% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 102nd in points allowed per game at 69.6.
The Utah State Aggies recently claimed an 83-78 victory against Illinois State. In that matchup, they racked up 30 rebounds (12 defensive, 18 offensive) but turned the ball over 16 times, while securing 8 steals. Illinois State committed 16 fouls, resulting in 15 free-throw attempts for Utah State, who converted 12 for an 80.0% success rate. The Aggies shot 7 for 18 from three-point range (38.9%) and finished the game shooting 52.5% overall (32 of 61). Defensively, the Aggies allowed Illinois State to shoot 58.8% (30 of 51) and 35.7% from beyond the arc (5 of 14), while they made 13 of 16 free-throw attempts (81.3%). Utah State allowed Illinois State a total of 16 rebounds (7 offensive).
MJ Collins was pivotal for the Aggies in this contest, scoring 20 points on 6 of 13 shooting (46.2%) and contributing 2 rebounds and 3 assists over 36 minutes on the court.
With a current record of 9-1, Utah State averages 18.1 fouls per game and connects on 72.5% of their free throws. They provide 18.6 assists per game (ranked 27th in Division 1) and average 12.3 turnovers. Thus far, they have accumulated 845 points this season, averaging 84.5 points per game, coupled with 36.4 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Aggies excel with a 50.9% shooting percentage, which ranks 26th nationally.
Defensively, Utah State restricts opponents to 32.4% shooting from three-point range and allows 68.4% success from the free-throw line. They give up an average of 10.8 assists and 31.1 boards per game, ranking 38th and 39th respectively in these categories. Their defense holds them at 65th in D-1 for points allowed per game at 67.6, while forcing 16.6 turnovers per game and enabling teams to shoot 41.0% from the floor (75th in college).
Who will secure victory in tonight’s NCAA clash against the spread?
Prediction: Select Utah State
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