Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/14
The Colorado Buffaloes will take on the BYU Cougars this Saturday at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. This game is a Big 12 conference matchup and will be broadcast on FS1 at 4:00 PM ET. The Buffaloes, with a record of 14-11, are entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +14.5 and a moneyline of +730.
The Cougars, ranked #22, have an impressive record of 18-6 and are favored with a spread of -14.5 and a moneyline of -1414. Both teams have had their ups and downs this season, but BYU’s home record of 13-3 gives them an edge. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams compete for a conference win.
Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars
- Venue: Marriott Center, Provo UT
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Colorado +14.5 (-112), BYU -14.5 (-112), Over/Under 163.5
Colorado Buffaloes Team Preview
The Colorado Buffaloes have a challenging season with a 14-11 record. They are strong at home with a 12-4 record but struggle on the road at 2-7. Their recent games show inconsistency, with a significant loss against Texas Tech, where they scored only 44 points.
On the offensive side, Colorado averages 79.8 points per game. They have a decent field goal percentage at 47.1%. However, their three-point shooting is less frequent, with only 7.2 made per game.
Defensively, the Buffaloes need improvement. They average 6.3 steals and 3.3 blocks per game. Their turnovers per game are at 9.8, which could be better.
BYU Cougars Team Preview
The BYU Cougars hold an 18-6 record for the 2026 season. At home, they have shown strength with a 13-3 record. Their performance has placed them at #22 in the AP rankings, competing in the Big 12 conference.
In their recent games, the Cougars won against Baylor with a score of 99-94. AJ Dybantsa and Robert O. Wright III led the team with impressive performances. The team faced losses against Houston and Oklahoma State, indicating areas for improvement.
Offensively, BYU averages 86.3 points per game, ranking 22nd nationally. They have a field goal percentage of 48.5, placing them 37th. Defensively, they average 7.8 steals and 4.8 blocks per game, areas where they may need to focus more attention.
BTB Betting Pick
The BYU Cougars are favored by 14.5 points against the Colorado Buffaloes. BYU scores 86.3 points per game, while Colorado scores 79.8. BYU’s strong offense and higher points per game make them likely to cover the spread. The recommendation is to pick BYU at -14.5.
The over/under for the game is set at 163.5 points. Combining both teams’ average points per game gives a projected total of 166.1 points. Given their scoring abilities, the recommendation is to take the over at 163.5.