Colorado State Rams Set to Clash with Penn State Nittany Lions at TD Arena

As the Colorado State Rams prepare to face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions at TD Arena, fans are eager to see if the Rams can bounce back from their recent performance. The upcoming game, scheduled for November 20th, will be a test of resilience and strategy for the team.

In their last outing at TD Arena during the semifinals, Colorado State struggled against Charleston Cougars, scoring 64 points compared to the Cougars' 74. Despite putting up a strong fight in the second half with 37 points, they couldn't overcome Charleston's consistent scoring in both halves. The Rams showed promise in points from turnovers and paint dominance but were hindered by a low free throw percentage of only 44 percent and a three-point percentage of just 25 percent.

However, looking back at their quarterfinals match-up against South Carolina Gamecocks provides a glimmer of hope. The Rams dominated with an impressive victory margin, posting an outstanding field goal percentage of 58 percent and sinking over half their two-point attempts. Their defense was also on point as they capitalized on turnovers and maintained a high assists turnover ratio.

The game against Weber State Wildcats showcased another strong performance by Colorado State with an even higher field goal accuracy and an exceptional three-point shooting rate of 50 percent. Their fast break points stood out along with significant contributions from steals leading to turnovers.

TD Arena has been both a stage for triumphs and setbacks this season; however, it's clear that when Colorado State finds its rhythm, they can be formidable opponents on court. With improved free-throw shooting and maintaining their defensive tenacity that leads to scoring opportunities off turnovers, they have every chance to turn things around in this upcoming game.

Fans can catch all the action live on ESPNU or attend in person at TD Arena in Charleston on November 20th at 23:00 UTC (6:00 PM Eastern Time).