Can the Colorado State Rams Bounce Back After San Jose State Spartans Defeat?
The Colorado State Rams faced a challenging contest against the San Jose State Spartans, culminating in a 56-68 defeat. The Rams now stand with an overall record of 0-1, while the Spartans have moved to 1-0 in their season tally.
In a game that saw both teams striving for dominance at the Provident Credit Union Event Center, it was ultimately the home team that capitalized on their opportunities. The Rams opened with determination, scoring 10 points in the first quarter and adding another 13 by halftime. However, they trailed as the Spartans had already amassed 28 points by then.
The third quarter witnessed a continued struggle for the Rams as they managed to add only nine more points to their total. In contrast, San Jose State surged ahead with an impressive offensive display, notching up 23 points and extending their lead significantly.
Despite a valiant effort in the final quarter where they scored an impressive 24 points – their highest in any quarter during this matchup – it wasn't enough to close down on San Jose's lead who secured another 17 points towards victory.
Colorado State's performance was marked by solid free throw shooting accuracy at an outstanding rate of eighty-nine percent but struggled from beyond the arc hitting just thirty-two percent of three-point attempts. Inside scoring was more effective for them with twenty-two paint points recorded during play.
Defensively, Colorado State managed four blocks and five steals but were outrebounded by San Jose who collected thirty-eight rebounds compared to Colorado's thirty. This discrepancy played a crucial role as it allowed San Jose additional possessions and second-chance opportunities which translated into five second-chance points.
San Jose showcased superior ball distribution ending with twenty assists over Colorado's ten and also edged out on steals with six against five from Colorado. Their field goal percentage stood at forty-seven percent which proved decisive alongside their eleven successful three-pointers contributing heavily to their scoreline advantage over Colorado who made eight threes from twenty-five attempts.
As fans look forward to what comes next for The Colorado State Rams after this setback, attention turns towards Moby Arena where they will host Boise State Broncos on March 5th at 6:30 PM local time (Mountain Time Zone). Supporters can catch all upcoming action live as it unfolds within Fort Collins' own sporting hub or tune into broadcasts scheduled for that date.