Recap
3 min read

Colorado State Rams Dominate at Moby Arena, Overpower Runnin' Rebels

In a display of sheer dominance, the Colorado State Rams secured a convincing victory over the Runnin' Rebels with a final score of 84-62. This win further solidifies the Rams' season record, showcasing their prowess on their home turf at Moby Arena. The game was marked by impressive team statistics and individual performances that contributed to this significant win.


Dec 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Colorado State Rams forward Kyle Evans (32) warms up prior to the game against the Loyola Marymount Lions at Gersten Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Key Performances and Game Highlights


The Colorado State Rams showcased an exceptional team effort with a total of 24 assists, indicating their collaborative gameplay. Their offensive strategy was highly effective, leading to a shooting accuracy of 57 percent from the field and an impressive 50 percent from beyond the arc. The Rams also excelled in free throw accuracy, achieving an 80 percent success rate.


Nique Clifford and Rashaan Mbemba stood out with remarkable individual performances. Clifford led the scoring for the Rams with 22 points, complemented by seven assists and four steals, demonstrating his all-around game impact. Similarly, Mbemba matched Clifford's scoring output with 22 points while maintaining an astonishing field goal percentage of 89 percent.


The defensive efforts were equally commendable as the Rams tallied six steals and three blocks throughout the game. This defensive solidity limited the Runnin' Rebels to just 62 points.


Opposition Efforts


Despite facing a tough opponent in Colorado State, UNLV's Runnin' Rebels showed resilience. They managed to score 36 points in paint but struggled with overall shooting efficiency at just 42 percent from field goals and lagged behind in three-point shooting accuracy at only 29 percent.


Looking Ahead


The Colorado State Rams are set to face off against San Diego State Aztecs on January 14th at Viejas Arena in San Diego. Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on CBS Sports Network at scheduled time ensuring they don't miss any action as these two teams battle it out on court.


As we look forward to more exciting games ahead for Colorado State University's basketball team fans are encouraged share this recap highlighting key moments from their recent victory over UNLV's Runnin' Rebels.

Rate the article

Related stories

Colorado State Rams Face Setback Against San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena
Recap

Colorado State Rams Face Setback Against San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena

3 min read
Can Colorado State Rams Bounce Back After Loss to Texas Longhorns?
Recap

Can Colorado State Rams Bounce Back After Loss to Texas Longhorns?

3 min read
Colorado State Rams Overpower Virginia Cavaliers: A Show of Dominance at UD Arena?
Recap

Colorado State Rams Overpower Virginia Cavaliers: A Show of Dominance at UD Arena?

3 min read
Colorado State Rams Outpaced by New Mexico Lobos in Mountain West Semifinal
Recap

Colorado State Rams Outpaced by New Mexico Lobos in Mountain West Semifinal

3 min read