Colorado State Dominates Dartmouth in Convincing Win
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Moby Arena
Colorado State Rams 76, Dartmouth Big Green 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Dartmouth Big Green vs Colorado State Rams?
Colorado State Rams beat Dartmouth Big Green 76-55 at Moby Arena on December 9, 2025.
Who was favored in Dartmouth Big Green vs Colorado State Rams?
Colorado State Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -3200 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Moby Arena, the Colorado State Rams showcased their dominance over the Dartmouth Big Green, securing a convincing 76-55 victory. This game highlighted the Rams' strong home record and their recent form, which has been impressive as they have now won four of their last five games.
Colorado State entered the contest with an overall record of 8-2, having won three consecutive games leading up to this matchup. Their recent performances have been characterized by a high-scoring offense, averaging 83.2 points per game while allowing 71.3 points. In their last five games, they averaged 79.0 points scored and 74.6 points allowed. Their most recent game before facing Dartmouth was a thrilling 91-86 win against the Colorado Buffaloes, which further solidified their confidence.
On the other hand, Dartmouth struggled with a 3-5 record prior to this game and had lost their last game against the Wyoming Cowboys with a score of 80-93. The Big Green's recent form has been less favorable, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and an average of 76.4 points scored, while they allowed 74.3 points. Their last five games showed a slight improvement in scoring, averaging 85.2 points, but they still faced challenges on the defensive end, allowing 75.0 points.
The game took place in Moby Arena, where Colorado State has been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 6-2. In contrast, Dartmouth's away record stood at 1-4, indicating their struggles on the road. This fixture was significant not only for the current season but also in the context of the teams' overall performance.
The odds from DraftKings indicated that Colorado State was heavily favored, with a spread of -20.5 and a moneyline of -3200, while Dartmouth was at +1400. The total for the game was set at 153.5, reflecting expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair. However, the final score fell short of the total, as Colorado State's defense proved effective in limiting Dartmouth's scoring opportunities.
In terms of scoring plays, Colorado State maintained control throughout the game, with key contributions from players such as Jase Butler and Nikola Djapa, who both made significant plays in the second half. The Rams built their lead steadily, with notable layups and three-pointers that kept Dartmouth at bay. The Big Green's efforts to close the gap were met with strong defensive stands from Colorado State, which ultimately sealed their victory.
The conditions in Moby Arena were conducive to a strong performance from the Rams, as they played in front of a supportive home crowd. This environment likely contributed to their ability to execute their game plan effectively.
Overall, the game served as a testament to Colorado State's capabilities, particularly at home, while Dartmouth will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CSU -20.5 | 153.5 o -110 / u -110 | Dartmouth Big Green +1400 · Colorado State Rams -3200 |
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Rechsteiner14Colorado State Rams
- AssistsJevin Muniz4Colorado State Rams
- ReboundsCarey Booth7Colorado State Rams
- PointsKareem Thomas12Dartmouth Big Green
- AssistsBrandon Mitchell-Day4Dartmouth Big Green
- ReboundsJackson Munro6Dartmouth Big Green
Recent form
Colorado State Rams
Last 10: 8-2Streak W383.2 scored · 71.3 allowed per game6-2 at home
- W91-86vs Colorado BuffaloesDec 6
- W83-68at South Florida BullsNov 28
- W76-70vs Wichita State ShockersNov 28
- L64-66vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 26
- L81-83vs Denver PioneersNov 22
- W80-67at Loyola Chicago RamblersNov 16
- W93-79vs Cal Poly MustangsNov 13
- W97-74vs Omaha MavericksNov 9
- W98-64vs Incarnate Word CardinalsNov 4
- W69-56vs Boise State BroncosMar 15
Dartmouth Big Green
Last 10: 4-6Streak L176.4 scored · 74.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L80-93at Wyoming CowboysDec 6
- W69-68vs New Hampshire WildcatsDec 4
- W87-61at Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 29
- W113-68vs Maine Augusta MooseNov 19
- L77-85vs App State MountaineersNov 16
- L75-82at Bryant BulldogsNov 13
- L56-75vs Marist Red FoxesNov 9
- L71-87at Cornell Big RedMar 15
- L58-66at Harvard CrimsonMar 8
- W78-58vs Brown BearsMar 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
Box score
| Stat | Dartmouth Big Green | Colorado State Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-52 | 33-54 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 61 |
| Three-pointers | 9-29 | 7-18 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 39 |
| Free throws | 4-8 | 3-3 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 24 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 13 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 46 |
| Fouls | 12 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 6 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-29Kyle Jorgensen made Layup. Assisted by Jevin Muniz.
- 1st Half24-29Cam Hiatt made Layup.
- 1st Half24-31Kyle Jorgensen made Layup.
- 1st Half24-33Brandon Rechsteiner made Layup. Assisted by Jevin Muniz.
- 2nd Half24-35Jevin Muniz made Layup.
- 2nd Half26-35Jayden Williams made Layup. Assisted by Jackson Munro.
- 2nd Half29-35Jayden Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Mitchell-Day.
- 2nd Half31-35Jackson Munro made Layup. Assisted by Connor Amundsen.
- 2nd Half31-37Kyle Jorgensen made Layup.
- 2nd Half31-39Carey Booth made Dunk.
- 2nd Half34-39Jayden Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brandon Mitchell-Day.
- 2nd Half34-42Carey Booth made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-45Josh Pascarelli made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Augustinas Kiudulas.
- 2nd Half34-47Jase Butler made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-49Jevin Muniz made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-49Kareem Thomas made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-51Jevin Muniz made Layup. Assisted by Kyle Jorgensen.
- 2nd Half37-53Jevin Muniz made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-53Cam Hiatt made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half39-55Kyle Jorgensen made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-57Kyle Jorgensen made Layup. Assisted by Jevin Muniz.
- 2nd Half42-57Jayden Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Connor Amundsen.
- 2nd Half42-58Jon Mekonnen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-59Jon Mekonnen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-59Kareem Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-62Josh Pascarelli made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-62Kareem Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-62Kareem Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-64Josh Pascarelli made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-64Kareem Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-66Jase Butler made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-67Jase Butler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-67Cam Hiatt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half50-70Jase Butler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nikola Djapa.
- 2nd Half50-72Nikola Djapa made Layup. Assisted by Jase Butler.
- 2nd Half50-74Charlie Dortch made Layup. Assisted by Brandon Rechsteiner.
- 2nd Half52-74Tyler Garrett made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-74Anton Strelnikov made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-76Darnez Slater made Layup. Assisted by Jevin Muniz.
- 2nd Half55-76Anton Strelnikov made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Colorado State Rams, below favours Dartmouth Big Green.
Venue
- Moby ArenaFort Collins, CO
- Attendance5321
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Mike Littlewood, Larry Scirotto
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