Can the Wyoming Cowboys' Overtime Surge Be the Turning Point of Their Season?
The Wyoming Cowboys edged out a hard-fought victory against the 24th-ranked Colorado State Rams with a final score of 79-76. The Cowboys now stand with an unblemished record, while the Rams move to a 24-1 season.
In an intense matchup that saw nine ties and fourteen lead changes, it was the overtime period that ultimately decided the fate of both teams. The Cowboys outscored their opponents 14-11 in overtime, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The game held at Arena-Auditorium in Laramie witnessed a crowd of 7,133 spectators who were treated to an enthralling display of basketball.
The home team's offensive efforts were led by their impressive two-point shooting accuracy, hitting at a rate of 56 percent from inside the arc. They also capitalized on free throws with a solid performance from the line at 69 percent accuracy, contributing significantly to their overall score. Despite being outrebounded by five boards overall, they managed to keep turnovers low with only seven compared to eleven by Colorado State.
Defensively, Wyoming made crucial plays when it mattered most; they recorded five steals and two blocks during the game. Moreover, they effectively converted turnovers into points with sixteen points coming off Rams' mistakes.
Colorado State put up strong numbers as well; they shot at a respectable rate from both field goals (41 percent) and three-point range (34 percent). Their rebounding was particularly noteworthy as they grabbed forty-six rebounds over Wyoming's forty-one. However, despite these efforts and leading in assists with fourteen compared to nine by Wyoming, it wasn't enough to secure them victory on this occasion.
Looking ahead for the Wyoming Cowboys is another conference challenge as they travel away from home for their next encounter against Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs on January 30th at 7:00 PM local time. Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into MW Network via internet broadcast for live coverage of what promises to be another exciting game.