The Washington State men’s basketball team suffered a tough loss to the Colorado Buffaloes in their second consecutive Pac-12 matchup. The Cougars were unable to keep up with the Buffaloes’ offensive onslaught, losing the game by a score of 79-67.
Washington State started off strong, taking a 9-point lead in the first half. However, Colorado was able to find their footing and take control of the game in the second half. The Buffaloes outscored the Cougars by 16 points in the second half, ultimately leading to their victory.
The Cougars were led by senior guard Isaac Bonton, who scored a team-high 17 points. He was supported by junior forward CJ Elleby, who added 15 points and 8 rebounds. Despite their efforts, Washington State was unable to keep up with Colorado’s balanced attack. The Buffaloes had four players score in double figures, led by McKinley Wright IV’s 20 points.
The loss marks the second consecutive defeat for the Cougars in Pac-12 play. They will look to bounce back when they take on the Oregon Ducks on Saturday. Washington State will need to find a way to contain Oregon’s high-powered offense if they want to get back in the win column.
This was a tough loss for the Cougars, but they will need to put it behind them and focus on their next game. If they can find a way to contain Oregon’s offense, they may be able to get back on track and start building some momentum in Pac-12 play.
