Colorado State vs Texas Picks and Prediction – 3/21/2024

In a thrilling first-round NCAA Tournament matchup, the Texas Longhorns are set to square off against the Colorado State Rams in a clash that promises to be a showcase of talent and intensity on the hardwood. Both teams enter the tournament with high hopes and aspirations of making a deep run, making this showdown all the more compelling. Get in on all the March action with our free college basketball picks.

The Texas Longhorns (20-12) come into the tournament as a strong 7 seed, boasting a roster filled with talent and experience. Led by standout guards Max Abmas (17.1 PPG) and Tyrese Hunter (11.1 PPG), the Longhorns possess a potent offensive attack capable of putting up points in bunches. Additionally, the inside presence of forward Dylan Disu (15.8 PPG) provides Texas with versatility and scoring options in the paint. Texas is scoring 77 points on 47% shooting per night. The Longhorns will need all hands on deck against a stout CSU defense. Texas really should have had a better record than we saw with the talent at every position, but this team has just failed to live up to the hype again and again.

On the other side of the court, the Colorado State Rams (25-10) enter the tournament as a 10 seed, eager to make a statement on the national stage. Led by star guard Isaiah Stevens (16.2 PPG), the Rams boast a balanced offensive attack that has propelled them to success throughout the season. The Rams’ biggest asset is their defense. We saw CSU suffocate Virginia in their play-in game, holding a solid Virginia team to zero points in almost 10 minutes of game time. CSU may not have the most exciting games to watch, but they are a class team that plays to their strengths.