Air Force Falcons Outlast Rams in Overtime at Moby Arena
In a closely contested match at Moby Arena, the Air Force Falcons edged out the Colorado State Rams with an 85-74 victory. The game saw both teams locked in a tight battle, reflected in their identical records of 14 ties and 19 lead changes throughout the contest. The Falcons' performance was marked by their ability to maintain composure and execute under pressure, ultimately securing the win.
The Air Force Falcons showcased a balanced offensive effort that led to their success on the court. They shot an impressive 51 percent from the field and were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting seven three-pointers at a 37 percent clip. Their proficiency was also evident from the free-throw line where they converted 84 percent of their attempts.
Defensively, the Falcons were just as formidable. They pulled down a total of 39 rebounds, with nine coming on the offensive glass which contributed to their 14 second-chance points. The team's defensive efforts limited turnovers to only eleven for themselves while forcing enough pressure to score eleven points off turnovers made by Colorado State Rams.
Key players for Air Force stepped up when it mattered most; contributing significantly were those who managed six steals and two blocks that helped shift momentum during critical junctures of play. Moreover, with seventeen assists on record for this game, teamwork played an essential role in carving out scoring opportunities against a resilient Rams defense.
On Colorado State's side, despite falling short in overtime where they scored nine points compared to Air Force's twenty, there were notable performances including shooting forty-four percent overall and matching Air Force's steal count with six of their own. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood higher at approximately two assists per turnover indicating efficient ball movement even though it wasn't enough to overcome Air Force’s persistent defense.
The upcoming schedule sees the Air Force Falcons heading into another challenging encounter as they face off against Fresno State Bulldogs at Save Mart Center on January 15th. Fans eager to support can tune into MW Network via internet broadcast for live coverage of what promises to be another exciting matchup in collegiate basketball.