Did Colorado Buffaloes' Paint Dominance Fall Short Against Colorado State Rams?

The Colorado Buffaloes faced off against the Colorado State Rams at Moby Arena in a closely contested matchup. The game ended with the Rams securing a 91-86 victory over the Buffs. This result brought the Buffaloes to a 0-1 record, while the Rams improved to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw an intense battle as both teams exchanged leads multiple times. The Buffs showcased their prowess inside, scoring an impressive 28 points in the paint out of their total 41 first-half points. Isaiah Johnson led the charge for Colorado with his sharp shooting and defensive efforts, contributing significantly to keeping his team within reach of their rivals.

Second Half

In the second half, despite trailing by just seven points at halftime, Colorado continued to rely on their inside game. They managed to score another 28 points in the paint during this period. Alon Michaeli's performance was notable as he added crucial points and rebounds for his team. However, it was not enough to overcome a strong three-point shooting display from CSU.

Final Moments

As time wound down, both teams fought hard for control of the game. The Buffs made several attempts at closing down on CSU's lead but were ultimately unable to bridge that gap completely before time expired. Despite having fewer turnovers than CSU (6 compared to CSU’s 11), they could not capitalize enough on these opportunities.

The final whistle reaction from fans highlighted mixed emotions about what could have been a different outcome had certain plays gone differently for them throughout this encounter against such formidable opposition like those wearing Green and Gold jerseys today!

Looking ahead: Fans can catch up next when our beloved squad takes center stage again versus UTSA Roadrunners back home right here inside CU Events Center come December13th starting promptly around noon local time; tune into ESPN+ if unable attend live yourself firsthand instead!

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