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Offensive struggles persist as CSU men’s basketball drops heart crusher to UC Riverside in OT

Damon Cook, Sports Editor November 22, 2024

Jalen Lake tried calling game. Unfortunately, Barrington Hargress was the one who picked up.  At the end of regulation Lake hit a 3, putting the Rams up 65-62. With three seconds left, Hargress hit...

A player in a green and white uniform high fives teammates

Nique Clifford reinvents himself in green, gold as he chases NBA dreams

Damon Cook, Sports Editor November 20, 2024

If Nique Clifford could've seen how the first three years of his collegiate career would unfold, he would have smashed the crystal ball he was looking into. Coming out of The Vanguard School, Clifford...

Jalen Lake (15) looks to the other end of the floor in Colorado State University's game against the University of Denver Nov. 12 in Moby Arena. CSU beat DU 74-65.

CSU men’s basketball finds path to victory over DU despite sluggish play

Damon Cook, Sports Editor November 12, 2024

Life gave Colorado State men's basketball lemons that had already been squeezed. Coach Niko Medved said that he felt like his team didn’t have any juice in their 74-65 victory over Denver in Moby...

a player in a white tank top uniform shoots a ball while a player in black and red tries to block

Nique Clifford, Kyle Jorgensen pop clutch in CSU men’s basketball nail-biter win over Tennessee State

Damon Cook, Sports Editor November 9, 2024

A game that should have been forgettable became unforgettable.  Coming into the game against Tennessee State men's basketball, Colorado State was favored to win by more than 20 points. Instead, it...

Kyan Evans takes the ball down the court.

CSU men’s basketball soars to season-opening win over North Dakota

Damon Cook, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

The fate of the season was entrusted into the hands of Nique Clifford.  If night one was any indication, Clifford has every intention of taking real good care of things. In Colorado State men's basketball...

Ethan Morton shoots and scores during the Colorado State University vs. Adams State University basketball game. Oct. 30, 2024. (CSU won 90-72)

CSU men’s basketball exhibits promise in exhibition victory over Adams State University

Damon Cook, Sports Editor October 30, 2024

Just a little taste of Moby Madness.  Wednesday night won't count toward much, other than vibes, but Colorado State men's basketball served up a glimpse of what could be a fun season ahead. Although...

A male basketball player weraing a white and green jersey with the number 0 dribbles the ball down the court as a packed crowd watches him.

Passing the torch: CSU guard Kyan Evans readies for larger role

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor October 18, 2024

As Colorado State men’s basketball prepares to tip off the new season, a quiet but critical transition is underway. Standing at the heart of this transformation is sophomore point guard Kyan Evans,...

Colorado State University No. 10 Nique Clifford, cornered by San Jose State University players passes the ball overhead to a teammate at the basketball game against San Jose State University. CSU won 66-47. Feb. 9.

Challenges loom large as CSU basketball ramps up for new season

Damon Cook, Sports Editor October 8, 2024

Like the sun rising over the Rockies, Colorado State men’s basketball is illuminating its surroundings as the dawn of a new season approaches. A dawn not of familiarity, but one of a new era filled...

Janay DeLoach wears the official Olympic Opening Ceremonies attire while speaking in Old Town. (Erik Petrovich | Collegian)

Rams to pros: Where are they now?

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter August 19, 2024

Colorado State athletes have always prided themselves on being hardworking, dedicated individuals. Some Rams have been able to take this dedication to the next level. The Rams named on this list are...

Three basketball players in white and orange uniforms try to stop one player in a green and gold uniform from scoring. Lifting a basketball in his left hand, the green and gold player jumps above the others toward a basketball hoop.

Nique Clifford withdraws from NBA Draft, will return to CSU

Damon Cook, Sports Editor May 30, 2024

After a breakout season in which Nique Clifford helped lead Colorado State men's basketball back to the NCAA tournament, Clifford announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 NBA Draft and return to...

Colorado State University player Nique Clifford passes the ball to another player in the men’s basketball game vs. Utah State Feb 17.

Breaking: Colorado State guard Nique Clifford declares for NBA Draft

Damon Cook, Sports Editor April 17, 2024

Editor's Note: This is a breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. After a breakout season in green and gold, Colorado State men's basketball high-flying guard Nique Clifford...

Coach Niko Medved expresses disappointment at a call by the referee at a University of Colorado Boulder away basketball game Dec. 8, 2022. Throughout the game, referees called a total of 31 fouls. Colorado State University lost with a final score of 93-65.

Update: Niko Medved extends contract to stay at Colorado State

Damon Cook, Sports Editor April 15, 2024

Editor's Note: This is a breaking news story. Updates will be provided as they become available. After receiving interest from several high-major programs, coach Niko Medved has signed a five-year...

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