CU Buffs Surge in Second Half, Flatten UTSA 88-64

UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance, crushing the Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners 88-64 at the CU Events Center on December 2, 2023. After a shaky first half, Colorado dominated the second half, outscoring UTSA and showcasing their resilience following their first loss of the season.

The Buffaloes (9-1) entered halftime with a narrow 35-32 lead, but quickly ignited a game-changing momentum. They opened the second half with a blistering 9-0 run, part of a decisive 17-2 scoring surge that left the Roadrunners reeling. Colorado shot an impressive 62.2% from the field in the second half, while holding UTSA to just 33.3% (12-for-36).

Point guard Barrington Hargress led the charge, delivering a season-high 23 points on 9-for-12 shooting, including five 3-pointers. Sebastian Rancik also made a significant impact, scoring 12 of his 15 points in the second half, alongside a team-high 7 rebounds. Bangot Dak contributed with 10 points, four assists, and two blocks, while the Buffaloes dominated the boards with a total of 48 rebounds compared to UTSA’s 32.

The Roadrunners (4-6) struggled throughout, with their leading scorer Keaton Simpson managing only 20 points on 8-for-16 shooting. Colorado’s defense tightened significantly after halftime, allowing UTSA to net only 32 points in the second half.

As the Buffaloes look to build on this momentum, fans are eager to see if they can maintain this level of performance in upcoming games. Stay tuned for more updates on the CU basketball season as they aim for continued success.

The next matchup will be crucial for Colorado as they prepare for a challenging schedule ahead. Will they continue their winning streak? Fans are on the edge of their seats!

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.