Buffaloes' Dominance Continues with Win Over Oklahoma State
In a matchup that highlighted Colorado's home prowess, the Buffaloes capitalized on Oklahoma State's second-half struggles, securing an 83-69 victory. This win marked Colorado's third consecutive triumph at home, while Oklahoma State's woes continued with a fifth straight loss.
Early Control
Colorado set the tone early, with Bangot Dak leading the charge with 17 points and Barrington Hargress adding 16. The Buffaloes' explosive start was fueled by five quick 3-pointers, catapulting them to a commanding 25-8 lead just eight minutes in. Oklahoma State found themselves in a scoring drought, unable to find the basket for over five minutes in the opening half.
Cowboys' Resilience
Despite the early setback, Oklahoma State showed resilience. They mounted a comeback with 9-0 and 6-0 runs, trimming the deficit to 42-34 by halftime.
The Cowboys carried that momentum into the second half, with Christian and Isaiah Coleman sparking an 8-0 run that brought them within a point at 45-44. They briefly took a 48-47 lead, showcasing their fighting spirit.
Shooting Struggles
However, the Cowboys' lead was short-lived. Colorado responded decisively with a 15-4 run, regaining control and extending the lead to 68-57.
Alon Michaeli's 3-pointer and Isaiah Johnson’s late layup pushed the margin to a comfortable 16 points. Oklahoma State's shooting went ice cold in the final stretch, as they missed their last 10 shots, sealing their fate.
Key Performances
Parsa Fallah led the Cowboys with 14 points, while Christian Coleman and Vyctorius Miller contributed 11 each. Despite their efforts, Oklahoma State couldn't overcome their shooting woes and turnovers, which proved costly against a disciplined Colorado squad.
As the season progresses, Oklahoma State will need to address these issues to turn their fortunes around, while Colorado continues to build on their home success.