The college basketball season is off to an exciting start with the No. 20 Colorado Buffaloes upsetting the No. 1 LSU Tigers 92-78 in their season opener. It was a thrilling game that saw the Buffaloes take control early and never look back.
The Buffaloes were led by senior guard McKinley Wright IV, who scored a game-high 24 points and added 8 assists and 5 rebounds. Wright was the catalyst for the Buffaloes offense, as he was able to penetrate the lane and create open shots for his teammates. He also hit a few key shots down the stretch to help seal the victory.
The Buffaloes also got a huge contribution from their bench, as freshman forward Evan Battey had 15 points and 7 rebounds in his college debut. Senior forward Tyler Bey was also impressive, as he had 17 points and 10 rebounds.
The Tigers were led by freshman guard Ja’Vonte Smart, who had 17 points and 5 assists. Sophomore forward Naz Reid had 16 points and 9 rebounds in the loss, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Buffaloes’ balanced attack.
The Buffaloes’ win was a huge upset and it showed that they have the potential to be a force in the Pac-12 this season. They have an experienced core of players, led by Wright, Bey, and Battey, and they have the depth to compete with any team in the conference.
It’s only one game, but the Buffaloes’ win over the No. 1 Tigers is a great sign for the season ahead. If they can continue to play with the same energy and intensity, they will be a tough team to beat.
