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Boise State Braces for High-Altitude Showdown at Arena-Auditorium

As the Boise State Broncos prepare to face off against the Wyoming Cowboys at the Arena-Auditorium, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent setbacks. The Broncos have shown a mixed bag of performances in their last few outings, with a notable victory over Air Force where they dominated with 94 points and an impressive field goal percentage of 60 percent. However, this was followed by two consecutive losses against Utah State and Colorado State, where they scored 61 and 62 points respectively.


Feb 11, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; Wyoming Cowboys guard Hunter Maldonado (24) shoots during the first half against the Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports
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The Broncos' shooting from beyond the arc has been inconsistent; they dazzled with a three-point percentage of 56 percent against Air Force but struggled in subsequent games with only 24 and 25 percent. Their defense has also been porous, allowing an average of over 75 points in their last two defeats.


Rebounding could be a key factor for Boise State as they managed to secure only around half as many rebounds as points scored in recent games. Additionally, turnovers have plagued them; despite having an assist-to-turnover ratio above one in all matches, it's clear that maintaining possession will be crucial.


Feb 11, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; Wyoming Cowboys forward Jeremiah Oden (25) shoots during the first half against the Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

Playing at Laramie's high elevation could pose additional challenges for the Broncos' stamina and shooting accuracy. The venue is known for its impact on visiting teams due to thinner air which can affect players not accustomed to such conditions.


Fans looking forward to this matchup should mark their calendars for February 25th at half-past midnight Mountain Time. The game will take place at Arena-Auditorium in Laramie, Wyoming – home turf for the Cowboys – adding another layer of difficulty for Boise State. Those unable to attend can catch live coverage on MW Network via internet broadcast.


Feb 11, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA;  State Broncos guard Marcus Shaver Jr. (10) dribbles during the first half against the Wyoming Cowboys at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports
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