Colorado 83, Oklahoma State 69: A Tale of Two Halves
In a spirited matchup at the CU Events Center, the Colorado Buffaloes outlasted the Oklahoma State Cowboys with a final score of 83-69. The game was a rollercoaster, with OSU overcoming a significant first-half deficit only to falter in the closing minutes.
Game Recap:
Oklahoma State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing by 17 points as Colorado surged ahead with a 20-2 run. Despite this early setback, the Cowboys showed resilience, clawing back to a manageable 40-32 gap by halftime. The momentum carried into the second half, highlighted by Anthony Roy's layup that capped a 12-2 run, giving OSU a brief 48-47 lead.
However, the Cowboys' shooting went cold at a crucial juncture. After tying the game at 53, OSU struggled, making only 3-of-21 shots in the final stretch.
Meanwhile, Colorado capitalized on this dry spell, embarking on an 8-point run that was part of a decisive 30-16 finish. The Buffaloes' shooting prowess was on display, hitting 47.5% from the field and an impressive 11-of-27 from beyond the arc.
Key Performers:
For the Cowboys, Parsa Fallah led the scoring with 14 points, while Christian Coleman and Vyctorius Miller contributed 11 points each. Coleman was a force on the boards, nearly securing a double-double with nine rebounds. Despite their efforts, OSU's shooting woes, particularly from three-point range (5-of-23), were too much to overcome.
Colorado's Bangot Dak and Barrington Hargress were instrumental in their victory, scoring 17 and 16 points respectively. Hargress also dished out eight assists, orchestrating a well-rounded offensive attack.
Team Insights:
The loss marks OSU's fifth consecutive defeat, a streak not seen since the 2023-24 season. Despite winning the rebounding battle 39-36, the Cowboys struggled to convert those opportunities into points, managing just eight second-chance points from 15 offensive rebounds.
This game was the only scheduled clash between these Big 12 rivals for the 2025-26 regular season. The defeat narrows OSU's all-time series lead over Colorado to 62-49, with a challenging record in Boulder (17-33).
Upcoming Challenge:
Looking ahead, the Cowboys will face West Virginia at home. The Mountaineers, known for their methodical pace and strong defensive efficiency, will pose a significant challenge.
This matchup holds added significance with the series tied at 13 games apiece. Can OSU bounce back and defend their home court?
Only time will tell, but they'll need to find their shooting touch to do so.
As the Cowboys prepare for this crucial game, they'll need to draw on their resilience and refine their offensive execution to turn the tide in their favor.