American vs Colgate Prediction, Picks & Odds | 07 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: American vs Colgate

The American Eagles go up against the Colgate Raiders, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Wednesday, January 7.

The best betting angle could be Colgate against the spread. You can land -106 that the market leaders are able to cover the -4.5 line and they are more than capable when playing American.

American Eagles got the win in their previous game. A 64-62 triumph occurred on the road when playing Boston University Terriers.

Colgate Raiders got the win in their last game. A 76-69 triumph occurred on the road when meeting Army Black Knights.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was American who came out on top when they last played Colgate. A 72-62 win was recorded. American have enjoyed four consecutive wins against Colgate. They’ve landed 5 victories from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Colgate	17-15	2428	2412	16	10-5	7-10	1L
American	16-16	2387	2283	104	11-6	5-10	3L

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American vs Colgate Prediction & Picks

We dive into the top American vs Colgate betting angles, including our main match prediction, best correct score play and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

We’re confident of backing Colgate to cover the -4.5 spread in this college game. This is a more than generous line and the favorites look a value bet at odds of -106.

We keep a close eye on team news and our college basketball handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter predictions ahead of the action.

Key American vs Colgate stats:

• The -4.5 line has been covered by Colgate in 13 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -4.5 line has been covered by Colgate in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -4.5 line has been covered by Colgate in 2 consecutive games.
• The +4.5 line hasn’t been covered by American in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +4.5 line hasn’t been covered by American in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.

Colgate -4.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 51.5% chance of delivering a return. In the opinion of our cappers, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball wager.

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Our Game Prediction

Colgate -4.5 @ -106 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

American 72 - 81 Colgate

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American vs Colgate Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

With the sportsbooks giving them a 68% probability of winning this college game, Colgate might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -213 Moneyline betting odds. American are the underdogs at +172 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The spread is currently 4.5, with the total points line at 147.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. If you're keen on Over 147.5, this selection is available at -114.

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Moneyline

American

+172

Colgate

-213

Point Spread

American +4.5

-114

Colgate -4.5

-106

Total Points

Under 147.5

-106

Over 147.5

-114

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American Stats

Colgate Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +4.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -4.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 147.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 149.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 148.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 148.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.90 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 67.30 pts and allowed 81.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 150.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 144.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 148.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 148.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.90 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 76.60 pts and allowed 67.90 pts in the last 10 home games

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Patriot League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Navy	26-7	2465	2105	360	15-3	11-4	1L
Colgate	17-15	2428	2412	16	10-5	7-10	1L
Lehigh	18-16	2490	2515	-25	13-4	5-12	6W
Boston University	17-17	2566	2514	52	11-5	6-12	1L
American	16-16	2387	2283	104	11-6	5-10	3L
Loyola Maryland	12-20	2407	2466	-59	8-7	4-13	1L
Lafayette	11-21	2222	2381	-159	6-10	5-11	1L
Army	11-21	2309	2471	-162	6-11	5-10	4L
Holy Cross	11-23	2310	2510	-200	6-8	5-15	1L
Bucknell	10-23	2223	2518	-295	6-9	4-14	1L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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