Colorado Ends Losing Streak with Dominant Victory over TCU
The Colorado Buffaloes showcased a strong performance on Sunday, ending their six-game losing streak with a decisive 87-61 victory over TCU. This win marked a significant turnaround for the team at the CU Events Center, as they controlled the game for most of the match.
Fresh Lineup Energizes Buffaloes
Head coach Tad Boyle made a strategic move by altering the starting lineup. He introduced four true freshmen along with starting point guard Barrington Hargress. This new arrangement instilled enthusiasm and energy within the team, which was evident throughout the game.
Game Highlights
- The Buffs led by just one point before going on a crucial 12-0 run late in the first half.
- Colorado finished the first half with a 38-25 advantage.
- This victory marked their best defensive display in the Big 12 season, limiting TCU to just 61 points.
Defensive Dominance
Notably, TCU’s 61 points represented the lowest score by a Colorado opponent this season. Additionally, TCU struggled with their shooting, finishing at a mere 33.3%, the lowest performance by any Big 12 team against Colorado this year.
Scoring Contributions
- Five Buffaloes scored in double figures.
- Forward Sebastian Rancik, coming off the bench, led with 17 points, along with six rebounds and three assists.
- This was Rancik’s first bench appearance of the season, where he shot an impressive 6-for-8 from the field.
With this victory, Colorado improved its record to 13-9, with a 3-6 standing in the Big 12. The Buffaloes will look to build on this momentum in future games. For updates and more analysis, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.
