Colgate vs American Prediction 3/9/25 College Basketball Picks

The Colgate Raiders are visiting the American Eagles on Sunday, March 9th at the Bender Arena, in the second semifinal of the Patriot League. The winner of this matchup will face the winner of the Navy vs Bucknell matchup in the Patriot League Conference Final. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Colgate Raiders vs American Eagles Prediction. We will examine:

The American Eagles’ recent form and player performance

The Colgate Raiders’ recent form and player performance

Recent betting trends and streaks involving the American Eagles

Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Colgate Raiders

Recent betting trends in games played between the Colgate Raiders and American Eagles

A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for the Colgate Raiders vs American Eagles game

American Eagles Preview

The American Eagles had a 20-12 record in the regular season and finished in first place in the Patriot League. American is coming off a 71-69 win over Lafayette. The Eagles are 15-14-1 against the spread, and 16-14 in over/under while having a 12-2 home record. 

Offensively, American is averaging 68.4 points per game, which ranks 314th nationally. Defensively, they allow 67.9 points per game (62nd). The Eagles shoot 43.9% from the field (233rd) and 34.3% from beyond the arc (174th). The Eagles shoot 75.6% from the free-throw line (62nd) and are grabbing 30.3 rebounds per game (354th).

Matt Rogers leads American in scoring this season, with an average of 16.8 points and a team-high 5.6 rebounds, while Greg Jones adds 10.5 points and 4 rebounds per game.

Colgate Raiders Preview

The Colgate Raiders had a 14-18 record in the regular season and finished in 5th place in the Patriot League. Colgate is coming off an 84-55 win over Army. The Raiders are 13-18 against the spread, and 17-14 in over/under, while having a 4-12 road record. 

Offensively, Colgate is averaging 72.4 points per game, which ranks 225th in the nation. Defensively, they are allowing 72.4 points per game (195th). The Raiders shoot 46.9% from the field (70th) and 35.8% from beyond the arc (80th). The Raiders shoot 73% from the free throw line (145th) and are grabbing 32.4 rebounds per game (318th).

Jeff Woodward leads Colgate scoring this season, with an average of 14.3 points, 3 assists, and a team-high 7.8 rebounds, while Jalen Cox adds 11.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, and a team-high 3.9 assists per game.

Why the American University Eagles will win

• American University has won nine of its last 10 home games.
• Colgate has lost five of its last six road games.
• The home team has won the first half in five of Colgate’s last six games.

Why the Colgate Raiders will win

• Colgate has won each of its last 13 Conference Tournament games.
• American University has lost three of its last four games following a home win.
• Colgate has won the first half in 17 of its last 18 Conference Tournament games.

Matchup/League Facts

• American University ranks 355th among Division 1 teams for pace this season (63.5).
• American University ranks 15th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (18.3).
• Colgate ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (13.3).
• Colgate ranks 358th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (9.7).

Colgate Raiders vs American Eagles Prediction

American is 4-1 in their last 5 meetings against Colgate, and are 6-1 against the spread in their last 7 meetings. Under is 6-1 in their last 7 meetings and in their most recent meeting earlier this season, American won 67-59 on the road, covering the spread, as the game went under the point total.

In this Colgate Raiders vs American Eagles Prediction, American is coming as -1.5 home favorites. American is rightfully favored, as they have a better record this season, and have been extremely strong at home, while Colgate is struggling on the road. American is in good form lately, as they are 6-2 in their last 8 games, while Colgate is up and down lately, and are 1-5 against the spread in their last 6 games. American has been dominating Colgate in recent years, including an 8-point road victory earlier this season, so I expect them to take care of business today. The American Eagles will win, cover the spread, and advance to the Patriot League Final.

Nikos Lagouretos's Pick: American Eagles -1.5