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Boise State Broncos Host Colorado State Rams at ExtraMile Arena in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Boise State Broncos prepare to face off against the Colorado State Rams at ExtraMile Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game promises to be a thrilling encounter in men's basketball, and if recent performances are anything to go by, the Broncos have a significant edge.


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Looking back at their last game on December 22 against Washington State Cougars, the Broncos fell short by just five points, finishing with 61 against the Cougars' 66. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways for BSU. Their defense managed three blocks and five steals while securing an impressive total of 37 rebounds. However, their shooting was less than ideal; they shot only 36 percent from the field and a mere 25 percent from beyond the arc.


In contrast, during their home game on December 17 against Cal State Fullerton Titans, BSU showcased what they're truly capable of when firing on all cylinders. They dominated with an astounding score of 88 points to the Titans' 65. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they made nearly half of their field goal attempts and sank an impressive twelve three-pointers at a rate of about 44 percent.


The most recent home performance for BSU came against Northwestern State Demons on December 13 where they put up a staggering scoreline: winning by more than forty points (95-54). This victory highlighted not just offensive strength but also strategic playmaking with nineteen assists contributing to their high-scoring output.


The Rams should be wary; BSU has shown that when playing in front of their home crowd at ExtraMile Arena, they can be unstoppable. The team's ability to rebound effectively gives them numerous second-chance opportunities which could prove pivotal in tight situations.


However, it would be unwise for BSU fans to underestimate CSU entirely. Every game is different and basketball is unpredictable by nature – any lapse in concentration or execution could swing momentum in favor of the visiting team.


With all eyes turning towards January 10th’s clash set for tip-off at around nine o'clock PM local time (MT), supporters should mark their calendars for what will undoubtedly be an exciting match-up between these two teams. For those unable to attend in person at ExtraMile Arena located within Boise’s vibrant cityscape will have access through MW Network online broadcasts – ensuring no one misses out on what could potentially become one of this season's most talked-about games.

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