NCAAB · November 2, 2026 · 10:00 PM ET

MONTANA ST BOBCATS @ COLORADO ST RAMS

Free LineCrush game report for MONTANA ST BOBCATS @ COLORADO ST RAMS on November 2, 2026, with matchup analysis and pick ideas generated for the daily slate. Reports can update as lineups, injuries, and odds develop, so confirm time-sensitive details before acting.

Matchup Analysis

Season opener at Moby Arena

Colorado State opens Monday, Nov. 2, at 8 p.m. local time in Fort Collins; its schedule lists the game as the first of five consecutive home games.

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A preseason target on Montana State

Montana State was picked No. 1 in both the Big Sky coaches’ and media polls after finishing second in last year’s regular season.

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Familiar faces across the floor

Montana State forwards Jaden Steppe and guard Darnez Slater face the program where they began their collegiate careers.

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Colorado State’s returning production

Carey Booth returns after averaging 10.7 points and 5.6 rebounds, while Jase Butler and Josh Pascarelli bring prior CSU experience.

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Pick Ideas

Montana State plus the points

Lean Montana State +11.5 if available; shop around because some listings are closer to +10.

Under lean, with early-season caution

Consider under 146.5 or better: Montana State scored 54 in its exhibition and Colorado State scored 58, though exhibition results offer limited guidance on regular-season pace and shooting.

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