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Colorado State Rams' Defensive Struggles Allow Nevada Wolf Pack to Dominate Second Half

The Colorado State Rams faced off against the Nevada Wolf Pack in a challenging encounter at Moby Arena. The game concluded with the Rams holding a 62-75 record, while the Wolf Pack improved their standing to 75-62. This result reflects a tough outing for the Green and Gold, who now stand at 0-1 in their current series.


Dec 6, 2023; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Rashaan Mbemba (21) blocks the shot of Denver Pioneers guard Tommy Bruner (0) as guard Taviontae Jackson (2) and guard Kyan Evans (0) and guard Nique Clifford (10) defend in the second half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


The first half saw both teams exchanging leads, with ten lead changes and three ties highlighting the competitive nature of the game. The Rams managed to keep pace with Nevada, ending the half just one point behind at 36-37. Brandon Rechsteiner was instrumental during this period, contributing significantly with his shooting accuracy from beyond the arc.


Second Half


As play resumed, it became evident what went wrong for Colorado State Rams: their defensive lapses allowed Nevada to pull away decisively. Despite Carey Booth's impressive defensive effort—recording six blocks—the Green and Gold struggled to contain Nevada's offensive surge led by their bench players who collectively added 32 points.


Final Whistle


By game's end, it was clear that Colorado State needed more offensive firepower and tighter defense as they succumbed to an efficient performance by Nevada. The final scoreline review shows that while Jevin Muniz contributed notably with 15 points and five rebounds for CSU, it wasn't enough against a well-rounded Wolf Pack team that capitalized on second-chance opportunities.


Looking ahead, fans can catch Colorado State's next matchup against Grand Canyon Lopes on January 3rd at Global Credit Union Arena in Phoenix. The game is scheduled for an evening tip-off at 8:00 PM EDT and will be available via MW Network online streaming.


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