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Showdown at CU Events Center: Colorado Buffaloes vs Washington State Cougars in Men's Basketball

As the Colorado Buffaloes prepare to host the Washington State Cougars at the CU Events Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game of basketball. The Buffaloes have been on a tear recently, and their performance has been nothing short of dominant.


Washington State Cougars VS Colorado Buffaloes

Looking back at their recent games, it's clear that the Buffaloes have found a rhythm that few teams can match. On December 16th against Northern Colorado Bears, they put up an impressive 90 points with a field goal percentage of 49 and an even more remarkable three-point shooting rate of 33 percent. Their assists-to-turnover ratio stood at a solid 1.92, showcasing their ability to share the ball effectively while minimizing mistakes.


The game against Pepperdine Waves on December 3rd was another showcase of offensive prowess for COLO as they scored 91 points with an astounding field goal percentage of over 57 percent and a three-point shooting rate that skyrocketed to nearly 54 percent. Their defense wasn't too shabby either; they managed seven steals and three blocks while keeping turnovers down to just thirteen.


What stands out most about COLO is not just their scoring ability but also their control over the game's pace and flow. They've consistently outrebounded their opponents by significant margins – against Northern Colorado Bears alone, they grabbed eleven offensive rebounds which led to fourteen second-chance points.


On the other side, WSU cannot be underestimated as they come into this matchup looking to upset COLO on their home court. However, given COLO’s recent form and home-court advantage where fan support is always fervent at CU Events Center – it seems like a tall order for any visiting team.


The upcoming clash scheduled for December 31st at CU Events Center will test both teams' mettle but based on current form; it's hard not to favor COLO in this encounter. Fans should expect another high-scoring affair from COLO who seem poised to close out the year with yet another emphatic victory in front of their home crowd.


For those eager not to miss any action from this promising matchup between these two competitive sides – tune into Pac-12 Network at precisely 7:00 PM local time where all will unfold live from Boulder’s very own basketball hub – CU Events Center.

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