Saint Josephs Hawks vs Colorado State Rams Picks and Predictions for Wednesday March 18 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 03/18/2026, 12:30 AM ET

The Saint Josephs Hawks and Colorado State Rams meet on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Moby Arena in Fort Collins, Colorado, with tip-off scheduled for 11:00 PM on ESPNU. Colorado State enters as a -238 favorite on the moneyline, while Saint Josephs is listed at +195. The total for this matchup is set at 145.5, with the Rams favored by 5.5 points. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more daily betting insights.

Hawks Look to Stay Competitive on the Road

Saint Josephs comes into this matchup with a 22-11 record and has gone 6-7 on the road this season. They have won four of their last five games, with recent victories over Davidson, La Salle, Davidson again, and Rhode Island, while their lone recent loss came against VCU.

The Hawks average 73.3 points per game while allowing 69.9, and they shoot 43% from the field. They are strong on the glass, pulling down 38.8 rebounds per game, and they move the ball well with 15.6 assists per contest, showing a balanced offensive approach.

One of the key strengths for Saint Josephs is their defense and rebounding combination. They limit opponents’ scoring while controlling possessions, which allows them to stay in games even when their shooting is inconsistent. Their physical style can make this a tougher matchup than the spread suggests.

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Rams Hold Strong Home Court Edge

Colorado State enters this game at 21-12 and has been dominant at home with a 12-5 record. They have split their last five games, with wins over Fresno State, New Mexico, and San Jose State, while suffering losses to San Diego State and Boise State.

The Rams average 76.1 points per game and allow 71.1, while shooting an efficient 49% from the field. They also contribute 15.9 assists per game, highlighting their ability to run a smooth and efficient offense.

Colorado State’s biggest advantage comes from their offensive efficiency and home-court presence. Their ability to shoot at a high percentage and execute in half-court sets makes them difficult to beat in Fort Collins, especially against teams that may struggle offensively on the road.

Saint Josephs vs Colorado State Prediction

Saint Josephs vs Colorado State Pick

Saint Josephs +5.5

Saint Josephs has been playing strong basketball recently and has the defensive capability to keep this game close. Their rebounding edge and ability to limit scoring should help them stay within the number, even on the road. While Colorado State is tough at home, the spread feels a bit too high for a matchup that could be tightly contested.

Saint Josephs vs Colorado State Total Pick

Under 145.5

I like the under in this game because Saint Josephs tends to slow the pace and focus on defense and rebounding. Colorado State is efficient offensively, but this matchup sets up for a more controlled tempo with fewer possessions. With both teams capable defensively, I expect this to stay under the total.

Final Score Prediction: Colorado State 72, Saint Josephs 68

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