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Boise State Broncos Narrowly Miss Victory Against Colorado Buffaloes

The Boise State Broncos faced off against the Colorado Buffaloes in a closely contested match that ended with the Buffaloes edging out a win with a final score of 60-53. The Broncos, playing at home, couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage and fell short despite a valiant effort. The game saw both teams fiercely competing, resulting in seven times tied and an equal number of lead changes throughout the contest.


Mar 20, 2024; Dayton, OH, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Tristan da Silva (23) collects the ball in the first half at UD Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

The Boise State Broncos showcased their defensive capabilities by amassing 41 rebounds compared to the Buffaloes' 31. However, it was not enough to secure victory as they struggled with their shooting accuracy, hitting only 34 percent from the field and a paltry 11 percent from beyond the arc. Despite these challenges, they managed to outscore the Buffaloes in points in paint (36) and second-chance points (19), demonstrating their ability to capitalize on opportunities close to the basket.


On offense, Boise State's performance was hindered by turnovers; they gave up possession nine times which translated into ten points for Colorado. Additionally, while both teams were aggressive on defense—each recording five steals—the Broncos committed more personal fouls (17) than their opponents (13). This discrepancy did not significantly impact free throw percentages as Boise State shot an impressive 83 percent from the line.


The Colorado Buffaloes had a better shooting night overall with a field goal percentage of 44 and were particularly effective from two-point range where they shot at an efficient rate of 52 percent. Their free throw accuracy was nearly flawless at 93 percent which contributed crucially to maintaining their lead over Boise State.


As fans look forward to future games, they can catch all action live broadcasts scheduled for tip-off times like tonight's game at UD Arena which started at 9:00 PM ET. The attendance for this intense matchup was recorded at 12,039 spectators who witnessed every moment of this competitive game unfold on court.

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