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TCU Horned Frogs Face Setback Against Colorado Buffaloes at CU Events Center

In a recent face-off at the CU Events Center, the TCU Horned Frogs encountered a challenging game against the Colorado Buffaloes, culminating in a 56-76 defeat. This game marked another chapter in their season's journey, adjusting their record to reflect this outcome. Despite their efforts, the Horned Frogs could not secure a win, while the Buffaloes capitalized on home advantage to extend their winning tally.


Jan 7, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; TCU Horned Frogs guard Damion Baugh (10) takes a 3 point shot during the first half Iowa State Cyclones at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Dieb-USA TODAY Sports

Key Moments and Player Contributions


The TCU Horned Frogs showed determination from the start, managing to score 31 points in the first half of the game. However, they struggled to maintain this momentum into the second half, adding only 25 more points to their total. The team's overall shooting accuracy was a concern; they achieved a field goal percentage of just 32 percent and were particularly challenged beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of 22 percent.


Player performances varied across the board for TCU. Noah Reynolds stood out with his contribution of 12 points and two steals but faced challenges in converting opportunities into points with an overall field goal percentage of 38 percent. Trazarien White led scoring for TCU with an impressive tally of 21 points and showcased his efficiency from both inside and outside by maintaining an eighty-eight percent free throw accuracy and hitting fifty percent from three-point range.


On defense, Malick Diallo made notable contributions for TCU with five rebounds and one block but also turned over possession three times which impacted his overall efficiency on court.


Opposition Highlights


The Colorado Buffaloes demonstrated strong teamwork throughout the match which was evident in their seventeen assists compared to six by TCU. Their defensive strategy also paid dividends as they managed four blocks against TCU’s attempts at scoring. Offensively, Colorado showed better efficiency with forty-six percent field goal shooting and were more effective from long range hitting thirty-eight percent of their three-point attempts.


Colorado’s ability to capitalize on turnovers was another key aspect of their victory; they scored seven points off turnovers compared to eight by TCU despite having more turnovers themselves (14). The Buffaloes also dominated inside scoring thirty-four points in paint due largely to superior rebounding that saw them collect forty-five rebounds over twenty-nine by TCU.


As fans continue supporting The Horned Frogs through every high and low this season brings forth it remains clear that each game offers valuable lessons towards improvement both individually as players teams collectively striving towards success future matchups await them horizon including exciting broadcasts available ESPN+ ensuring enthusiasts won’t miss moment action unfolds court.



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