Colorado vs North Alabama Prediction, Odds, Lines, Picks, and Preview- December 15 | 2022/23 NCAA Basketball Season

The North Alabama Lions take their show on the road to Boulder to face the Colorado Buffaloes. This game will be the biggest challenge for the Lions on the road against a Buffaloes team aiming for a spot in the NCAA Tournament field.

North Alabama is a scrappy team, but can they compete for 40 minutes of action? Will the Colorado home-court advantage give them the advantage over the Lions?

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North Alabama Lions vs. Colorado Buffaloes: Betting Odds

Guard Daniel Ortiz is the leader of the North Alabama Lions on both ends of the court. Ortiz leads the team in points, averaging 14 points per night while leading the team in steals. Ortiz is a fierce on-ball defender, causing headaches for the opposing guard.

Forward Damian Forrest is the team's most complete player. Forrest averages 11 points per game while leading the team in rebounds and blocked shots. He will have to hold up against a bigger, more physical Colorado frontline if North Alabama has a chance in this one.

Guard KJ Johnson steers the North Alabama offense and keeps the Lions on course. Johnson chips in with ten points per night while leading the team in assists.

Colorado Guard KJ Simpson is one of the most underrated players in College Basketball. Simpson leads the team in scoring, with 17 points per night, while leading the team in assists and steals. Simpson prides himself on being a complete player, and his efforts on both ends of the court back that up.

J'Vonne Hadley is one of the more physical guards in College Basketball. Hadley averages ten points per night while leading the Buffalos in rebounds.

North Alabama Lions vs. Colorado Buffaloes: Match Details

Fixture: North Alabama Lions vs. Colorado Buffaloes

Date & Time: Thursday, December 15, 8:30 pm ET

Venue: CU Events Center, Boulder, Colorado

North Alabama Lions vs. Colorado Buffaloes Betting Prediction

The Colorado Buffaloes have been one of the more inconsistent teams in the early going. The Buffaloes have two wins over Top 25 opponents, including an impressive victory over the Tennessee Volunteers, but they have looked less than stellar against lower-caliber opponents.

The Buffaloes outclassed the Lions in this contest, but I don't see a reason for Colorado to give anyone 23 points. The Buffaloes will win this game and move above .500, but North Alabama keeps it close enough to cover the spread. Take the Lions.

Final Prediction: North Alabama Lions +23 (-110) & Over 148

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