December 21st 2024.
The Colorado Buffaloes were determined to end their nonconference play on a high note before the holiday break and the start of Big 12 Conference play. Their hard work paid off as they dominated Bellarmine in all aspects of the game, resulting in a convincing 79-55 victory. It was a well-deserved win for the Buffs, who put on an impressive performance in front of their home crowd at the CU Events Center.
From the very beginning, it was clear that Colorado meant business. Assane Diop, a sophomore forward, led the charge by scoring 15 points and shooting 7-for-11 from the field. His early efforts helped the Buffs take control of the game and build a comfortable lead. But he wasn't the only standout player for Colorado. RJ Smith, a third-year guard, continued his impressive shooting streak with 11 points, five rebounds, and two steals. Julian Hammond III, a senior guard, also had a solid performance with 10 points, five assists, and four steals.
The Buffaloes' dominance was evident in their statistics as they held Bellarmine to a .396 shooting percentage and outrebounded them 38-30. They also matched a season-high with 22 assists and only had 10 turnovers, a feat they have accomplished in three of their last four games. On the defensive end, they forced 18 turnovers, the most by any of their opponents this season.
Despite their success, head coach Tad Boyle was not completely satisfied with his team's performance. He praised their first-half efforts, where they held Bellarmine to only 16 points, but was disappointed by their lackluster play in the second half. He felt that the team had let their guard down and "mailed it in" after taking a big lead at halftime. However, he was still pleased with the overall effort and the team's ability to share the ball and play as a cohesive unit.
The game was also a special one for the Buffs as they honored the CU football team and their star player, Travis Hunter, who recently won the Heisman Trophy. With the football team's success and recognition, the men's basketball team was determined to do their part and make their fans proud. They did just that with a solid team effort that saw 12 different players contribute points.
Despite their impressive performance, the Buffs know that they cannot let their guard down as they head into Big 12 Conference play. They will have some time off for the holidays before regrouping for practice on December 26th. Their first conference game will be against the No. 3 ranked Iowa State on December 30th, so they will need to stay focused and continue to work hard in order to maintain their success.
In the end, it was a great day for Colorado sports, with both the football and basketball teams coming out victorious. The Buffs will look to continue their winning ways and make their fans proud as they take on tougher opponents in the Big 12 Conference. With their determination and teamwork, there's no doubt that they will continue to dominate on the court.
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