Colorado Closes Nugget Classic with Utah State

Friday, November 23

Reno, Nev.

3:00 PM

Colorado

Nevada

Photo by: Jeremy Cannon

November 24, 2018 | Women's Basketball

Game Notes (PDF)

Buffs look for 5-0 start to the season

By: Seth Pringle, Assistant SID

RENO, Nev. –The University of Colorado women's basketball team will take on Utah State on Sunday to close out the Nevada Nugget Classic. Tip is set for 12 p.m. MT.

The Buffaloes improved to 4-0 on the season with their 65-52 win over tournament-host Nevada on Friday. Colorado totaled season-highs in steals (18) and blocks (8) in a strong defensive effort. CU shut down the Wolf Pack offense in the third quarter, holding Nevada to 0-for-12 from the field. Colorado outscored UNR 17-1 in the quarter to overcome the Wolf Pack's halftime lead.

Junior Quinessa Caylao-Do made a strong case for an all-tournament selection. She led all players with 16 points on 7-of-8 shooting. Senior Kennedy Leonard provided seven assists on the day to go with her nine points and five rebounds. Senior Alexis Robinson notched 11 points, hitting 3-of-5 from 3-point range.

Utah State (2-3) has lost its last three contests, entering Sunday. The Aggies got off to a hot start to the season, upsetting Washington State on the road. USU also defeated Northern New Mexico College, 106-35, to start 2-0. The Aggies fell in their tournament opener, 55-46, against Southern California. Steph Gorman led the way with 14 points in the loss.

Sunday's game will be streamed on the Mountain West Network. Fans can listen to the Buffs all season long on AM 630 (KHOW).