CU Buffs Survive Overtime Thriller Against Eastern Washington, 102-97

UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball team clinched a dramatic 102-97 victory over the Eastern Washington Eagles in an overtime showdown on November 11, 2023, at the CU Events Center. This marks the Buffs’ second consecutive win, keeping their record perfect at 2-0 this season.

The game was tightly contested and reached a deadlock at 85-85 after regulation. A pivotal moment occurred when Eastern Washington’s Straton Rogers was penalized with two technical fouls with 3 minutes, 9 seconds left in overtime, providing Colorado with a crucial opportunity.

Sebastian Rancik and Isaiah Johnson capitalized on the situation, sinking four free throws to propel the Buffs to a 90-85 lead. However, the Eagles fought back, tying the game at 90-90 thanks to a 3-point play from Johnny Radford with 1:50 remaining.

Refusing to back down, Johnson and Elijah Malone fired back with consecutive 3-pointers, stretching Colorado’s lead to six points. After struggling at the free throw line throughout the game, the Buffs found their rhythm, converting 11 of 14 attempts in overtime to secure the win.

Rancik led the scoring for Colorado with a career-high 24 points, while Barrington Hargress contributed 14 points and four assists. For Eastern Washington, Isaiah Moses dominated with 30 points, but the Eagles fell to 0-3 despite shooting an impressive 59.7% from the field.

This exhilarating victory underscores ongoing challenges for the Buffaloes, particularly their defensive woes and free throw inconsistencies. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the team will address these issues in upcoming games.

As the season progresses, all eyes will now be on the Buffs as they prepare for their next match, with hopes of maintaining their winning streak. Stay tuned for further updates on the Colorado Buffaloes and their journey through the season.