Colorado Men’s Basketball vs. Montana State: Live Score, Updates, Stats
On the evening of November 3, 2025, the Colorado Buffaloes men’s basketball team launched their season against the Montana State Bobcats at the CU Events Center. This matchup marks the first game of the season, and it includes teams from different conference levels — Colorado from the Big 12 and Montana State from the Big Sky Conference.
Exciting Matchup History
Historically, games between these two teams have been competitive. Their last encounter in 2021 ended in an exhilarating overtime finish, with Colorado narrowly winning 94-90. The previous two meetings also required extra time, highlighting the closely contested nature of their matchups.
Colorado Buffaloes: A Fresh Start
Under the guidance of head coach Tad Boyle, the Buffaloes are approaching the 2025-26 season as a new beginning. After a challenging previous season, where they recorded only three wins and failed to secure victories on the road, Colorado has brought in several talented players. The team added three highly regarded freshmen and an experienced point guard, Barrington Hargress, to strengthen their roster.
Key Players to Watch
- Barrington Hargress (Point Guard)
- Isaiah Johnson (Freshman)
- Josiah Sanders (Freshman)
- Elijah Malone (Forward)
- Sebastian Rancik (Forward)
Game Updates and Stats
As the game progressed, Johnson emerged as a standout performer, impressively scoring 22 points with a shooting accuracy of 67%. He converted 6 of his 9 field-goal attempts, including 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, and went 9 of 11 from the free-throw line. His offensive contributions were crucial as he consistently found ways to score.
Montana State, on the other hand, maintained a strong shooting percentage, hitting 57% of their shots in the second half. Jed Miller and Patrick McMahon led the Bobcats, combining for 32 points. The Buffaloes faced a significant challenge in containing their scoring.
Second Half Highlights
In a dramatic second half, the Buffaloes managed to retake the lead with a 6-0 run, sparked by a crucial three-pointer from Isaiah Johnson and consecutive scoring plays by Malone and Rancik. Despite this surge, Colorado’s free-throw shooting showed inconsistency, with only 50% from the line at a critical moment in the game.
The Bobcats responded well, displaying resiliency and shooting at a 45% clip from three-point range. Their balanced offensive approach kept them within striking distance of the Buffaloes throughout the game.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, Colorado will look to build on this season opener. The addition of fresh talent and the experience from last season could be pivotal for the Buffaloes as they aim for improvement in their conference performance.
Fans can continue to follow the developments and updates of this exciting season on Emegypt for more news, analysis, and live score updates.
