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The Stanford Cardinal faced a challenging encounter against the Colorado Buffaloes , concluding with a score of 81-71. The Cardinal now stand with their record reflecting the outcome of this game, while the Buffaloes improved their standing. The match saw an intense battle where both teams displayed significant effort to dominate each half.

<img src="/imgproxy/j-MUcjEXqxnsUhAQ87i_ci-iv7H7ZmgJFv0X23G4J7g/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzc0YTg2ZGNlYjM0YWFiOTU0YjFjMWJkOGQzNDRjYzRlLmpwZw==?image_id=f173bdd3-f138-4cda-8074-149bd06106b2" alt="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) shoots over Colorado Buffaloes guard Javon Ruffin (11) in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" title="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) shoots over Colorado Buffaloes guard Javon Ruffin (11) in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" /> The Stanford Cardinal entered the CU Events Center with determination, but despite a strong start scoring 37 points in the first half and adding another 34 in the second, they could not secure victory. The team's overall field goal percentage was recorded at 44 percent, with a particularly impressive two-point shooting rate of 62 percent. From beyond the arc, however, they struggled somewhat as they made only seven out of twenty-eight three-point attempts resulting in a three-point shooting percentage of 25 percent.

Defensively, Stanford managed to block six shots and claimed four steals during the game. On offense, they distributed well among themselves totaling thirteen assists but turned over possession eight times. Their efforts on rebounds were notable as well; grabbing twenty-seven boards including five offensive rebounds which contributed to four second-chance points.

<img src="/imgproxy/r65aB09elyQOOfbgsDb_QgdhmMwNArxmQZrsRpK8eXE/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzY2ZDMwMjkwNDYzZTczMmY2ODY2MGNlZWNiMGI1MzcxLmpwZWc=?image_id=460d7277-250a-4cc9-b642-d84e926d183a" alt="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) shoots over Colorado Buffaloes forward Assane Diop (35) in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" title="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) shoots over Colorado Buffaloes forward Assane Diop (35) in the first half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" /> One area where Stanford excelled was at the free-throw line where they achieved a success rate of 70 percent by making fourteen out of twenty attempts. They also showed strength inside by scoring thirty-four points in paint.

In contrast to Stanford's performance, the Colorado Buffaloes demonstrated efficient playmaking and sharpshooting throughout their time on court. They boasted an assist-to-turnover ratio slightly lower than that of Stanford at 1.42 but managed seventeen assists overall and capitalized on turnovers by scoring eleven points off them.

<img src="/imgproxy/TvutGbh_0cY-HQuLF9nAt7GDD7Ce9lKGnH3tN7eOHoE/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2E3YjVmNjI0YWViZTk1ZjBiZTgzNDk0NTc3ODg0NzZlLmpwZw==?image_id=53f66e6f-1eb0-479a-ab60-778992b912a1" alt="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward James Keefe (22) shoots the ball in the first half against the Colorado Buffaloes at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" title="Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward James Keefe (22) shoots the ball in the first half against the Colorado Buffaloes at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports" /> The Buffaloes' field goal accuracy was higher than that of their opponents', standing at an effective rate of 53 percent from all ranges and an impressive three-point completion rate rounding up to about forty-four percent which came from sinking eleven out of twenty-five attempts from distance.

As for rebounding prowess, Colorado surpassed Stanford with thirty-eight total rebounds including six offensive ones that led them to thirteen second-chance points—a significant advantage over their counterparts' output in this aspect.

Looking ahead for fans eager to follow their team's progress: The next game for the Stanford Cardinal is set against California Golden Bears at Maples Pavilion located in Stanford on March 7th at 8:00 PM Pacific Time. This home game will be broadcasted live on ESPN2 for supporters wishing to catch every moment as it unfolds.

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