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Game Preview: Colorado Buffaloes @ California Baptist Lancers
The Colorado Buffaloes and California Baptist Lancers meet on Monday night in Boulder, each entering with undefeated 7-0 records. This rare early-season clash of perfect teams carries added weight for Colorado, which is chasing its first 8-0 start since the 1949–50 season.
Colorado recently won the Acrisure Holiday Classic, defeating San Francisco and Washington. Meanwhile, Cal Baptist heads into Boulder riding momentum from a road win at Oregon State.
With the CU Events Center serving as the battleground, both teams will test their identities. Colorado has dominated at home (6-0), while the Lancers are an underdog that thrives on rebounding and perimeter shooting.
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Odds and Key Information
| Line | Market Consensus |
|---|---|
| Spread | Colorado -12.5 |
| Moneyline | Colorado -911, Cal Baptist +550 |
| Total (Over/Under) | 147.5 |
| Game Time | 9:00 PM ET, Monday, Dec. 1 |
| Venue | CU Events Center, Boulder, CO |
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Colorado Outlook
The Buffaloes are off to their strongest start in over 70 years. Their recent 81-68 win over Washington in the Acrisure Holiday Classic showcased their balanced scoring, physicality, and defensive control. Bangot Dak delivered his first career double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, earning MVP honors.
Colorado’s offense is elite, averaging 90.3 points per game. They shoot 51.6% from the field and 42.1% from three-point range. Isaiah Johnson leads the team in scoring (14.9 PPG), followed by Sebastian Rancik (13.1 PPG). Dak’s presence inside anchors both scoring and rebounding.
Coach Tad Boyle’s squad has demonstrated versatility, discipline, and teamwork. The Buffaloes’ +6.8 rebounding margin ranks among the best in the Pac-12 and has fueled their transition offense. At home, they’ve won all six games by an average margin of 19.8 points.
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California Baptist Outlook
The California Baptist Lancers are making noise in their eighth season at the Division I level. Their 7-0 start is the best in program history, bolstered by a 75-69 win at Oregon State on Saturday. Martel Williams (19 points) and Devon Malcolm (16 points) were key contributors.
Cal Baptist’s rebounding is a standout strength. They average 43.0 RPG and rank fourth nationally in rebounding margin (+14.3). Five players average over five boards per game, led by Dominique Daniels Jr., who also leads the team in scoring (17.8 PPG) and assists (4.5 APG).
The Lancers hold opponents to 65.2 points per game and have covered the spread in both underdog situations this season. They don’t overwhelm opponents with pace but rely on execution and rebounding to control possession.
Their four-game road stretch continues with matchups at BYU and Utah after this contest, making this a critical test.
Key Matchup Table
| Category | Advantage |
|---|---|
| Scoring Offense | Colorado |
| Rebounding Margin | California Baptist |
| Three-Point Shooting | Colorado |
| Defensive Efficiency | Colorado |
| Depth & Bench Impact | Even |
Cal Baptist must limit Colorado’s transition offense and win the rebounding battle to keep this game within reach.
Betting Trends
- Colorado is 6-0 ATS at home in their last 6 games.
- Total has gone Under in 5 of Colorado’s last 7 games as a favorite.
- Cal Baptist is 2-0 ATS as an underdog this season.
- Lancers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games.
- The total has hit the Under in 4 of Cal Baptist’s last 6 games overall.
- Colorado has hit the Over in 4 of their last 5 non-conference games.
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Prediction
This matchup pits an elite offensive team (Colorado) against one of the best rebounding squads in the country (Cal Baptist). While the Buffaloes possess greater athleticism and home-court dominance, the Lancers’ ability to control the glass and play physical basketball gives them a legitimate chance to keep this within the number.
Colorado’s trio of Johnson, Dak, and Rancik offers balanced scoring and defensive versatility, but they’ll need to avoid foul trouble against a deep, aggressive Cal Baptist team.
Ultimately, Colorado should maintain control and win at home, but covering the 12.5-point spread against an undefeated, confident team is less certain.
Projected Score: Colorado 85, Cal Baptist 75
Spread Pick: California Baptist +12.5
Total Lean: Under 147.5
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