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Can Colorado Buffaloes Outmaneuver Utah Utes at T-Mobile Arena?

As the Colorado Buffaloes prepare to face the Utah Utes, fans are eager to see how their team will perform at the T-Mobile Arena. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 14th, promises to be a showcase of skill and strategy.


Mar 4, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes center Lawson Lovering (34) and guard Nique Clifford (32) celebrate a play in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Last season's analytics reveal a team that had its ups and downs. With an average of 69.9 points per game, the Buffaloes showed they could put up numbers on the scoreboard. Their playmaking ability was evident with an average of 13 assists per game, indicating a collaborative effort on offense.


On defense, they were quite active as well, averaging 7.46 steals and 3.66 blocks per game – signs of a team that can disrupt opponents' plays effectively. However, discipline might be an area for improvement since they averaged over 16 personal fouls per game.


Mar 4, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Rebounding was another strong suit for the Buffaloes last season; pulling down an average of 33.4 rebounds demonstrates their control in securing possession after shots go up.


Shooting efficiency is critical in basketball and is something fans will hope has improved since last season's field goal percentages were not disclosed but given other metrics like free throws and true shooting percentages being perfect; there's potential that shooting from the field could also see positive trends this year.


Turnovers were relatively controlled with just over twelve per game last season; maintaining or reducing this number could be key against Utah Utes' defense.


The venue may play a role in this matchup as well – playing at home provides an edge through familiar courts and supportive fans which can boost morale and performance.


In conclusion, if Colorado can leverage their defensive prowess while enhancing their offensive efficiency from last season's baseline stats – particularly by reducing personal fouls – they stand a good chance against Utah Utes in Las Vegas.


Fans can catch all the action live on March 14th at 21:30 local time at T-Mobile Arena or tune into Fox Sports 1 to watch these two teams battle it out on court.

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