UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball team clinched a dramatic 102-97 victory in overtime against the Eastern Washington Eagles on November 4, 2023, at the CU Events Center. In a nail-biting nonconference clash, the game was tied at 85-85 at the end of regulation, setting the stage for an intense overtime period.
The Buffs faced challenges, particularly on defense and at the free throw line, but managed to pull through once again. A pivotal moment occurred when Eastern Washington’s Straton Rogers received two technical fouls with 3 minutes, 9 seconds remaining in overtime, granting Colorado a crucial advantage. Following this, Sebastian Rancik and Isaiah Johnson sank four free throws, giving the Buffs a lead of 90-85.
However, the Eagles weren’t ready to back down. They quickly rallied, tying the game again at 90-90 with a three-point play from Johnny Radford just under two minutes left. The Buffs responded decisively with back-to-back three-pointers from Johnson and Elijah Malone, extending their lead to six points.
Despite earlier struggles, Colorado’s free throw performance improved drastically in overtime, with the team converting 11 of 14 attempts. This clinched the game as the Buffs improved their record to 2-0 for the season.
Rancik shone brightly for Colorado, achieving a career-high of 24 points, while Barrington Hargress contributed significantly with 14 points and four assists. On the opposing side, Eastern Washington’s Isaiah Moses led all scorers with an impressive 30 points.
This victory not only highlights the resilience of the CU Buffaloes but also sets the stage for their upcoming challenges this season. Fans can look forward to the team’s next matchup as they aim to build on this early success.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as Colorado continues its journey in the 2023-2024 basketball season.
