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Can Wyoming Cowboys' Home Court Magic Dazzle Against San Jose State Spartans?

In a closely contested match at the Arena-Auditorium in Laramie, the Wyoming Cowboys faced off against the San Jose State Spartans in a game that saw both teams putting up a fierce fight. The Cowboys, with their season record now standing at 0-1, fell short against the Spartans who improved their record to 1-0 with an 82-73 victory. Despite a valiant effort from the home team, it was not enough to secure a win.


Nov 26, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; Wyoming Cowboys forward Cam Manyawu (5) reaches for a loose ball during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports

Game Highlights


The Wyoming Cowboys showcased resilience and skill throughout the game. Obi Agbim led the scoring for his team with an impressive 20 points, demonstrating his prowess on both ends of the court by also contributing four assists and securing three rebounds. Jordan Nesbitt followed closely behind with 18 points and added seven rebounds to his tally, making significant contributions to keep the Cowboys competitive.


On defense, Abou Magassa stood out by grabbing seven rebounds alongside his seven points contribution. Despite these individual performances and leading by as much as 13 points during the game, turnovers proved costly for Wyoming. The team accumulated a total of 15 turnovers which allowed San Jose State to capitalize on these mistakes.


The Spartans demonstrated strong teamwork and efficiency on offense. Their balanced attack was evident as they managed to distribute their scoring across multiple players while maintaining control of the game's pace. With an effective field goal percentage of 54 percent compared to Wyoming's similar performance at 54 percent, it was their ability to convert opportunities into points that made all difference.


Looking Ahead


As they look forward to their next challenge, Wyoming will need to address their turnover issues while continuing to build upon their offensive strengths displayed in this matchup. Their resilience and ability not only reflect through star performances but also through collective efforts that saw them fighting back into contention several times throughout this encounter.


The next opportunity for redemption comes when Wyoming Cowboys travel face-to-face against Nevada Wolf Pack at Lawlor Events Center in Reno on February 25th at 10:00 PM EDT. Fans eager not miss any action can catch live broadcasts via MW Network online platforms ensuring they stay updated with every play.


We encourage fans share this recap among fellow supporters as we continue follow journey of our beloved team through highs lows season brings!

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