Wyoming Cowboys Defeat Colorado State Rams 68-57
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Arena-Auditorium
Wyoming Cowboys 68, Colorado State Rams 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Colorado State Rams vs Wyoming Cowboys?
Wyoming Cowboys beat Colorado State Rams 68-57 at Arena-Auditorium on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Colorado State Rams vs Wyoming Cowboys?
Wyoming Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Wyoming Cowboys triumphed over the Colorado State Rams with a final score of 68-57. This victory marks a significant moment for the Cowboys, who had struggled in their recent games, entering the contest with a record of 3-7 over their last ten outings. The Rams, meanwhile, also faced difficulties, having won only three of their last ten games, with a similar record of 3-7.
Wyoming's performance at home has been a mixed bag this season, with a home record of 13-9. Their recent form, however, has been concerning, as they have lost their last game against Utah State by a substantial margin of 62-94. In their last five games, the Cowboys averaged only 62.0 points while allowing 74.8 points per game. In contrast, Colorado State's away record stands at 12-10, and they have also been on a downward trend, losing their last two games, including a 50-73 defeat against San Diego State. The Rams have averaged 66.4 points scored and allowed 72.5 points over their last ten games.
Historically, this matchup has favored Colorado State, as the Cowboys had lost both previous meetings in the 2025 season, with scores of 63-79 and 53-88. The Cowboys were looking to turn the tide in this encounter and succeeded in doing so. The game took place at the Arena-Auditorium, providing a home-court advantage that the Cowboys capitalized on.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they may have been affected by various factors in their recent games. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Wyoming favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 142.5, indicating a closely contested game was anticipated.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Arena-Auditorium likely played a role in the Cowboys' performance. As the game progressed, key moments included free throws from Damarion Dennis and Leland Walker, which helped to solidify Wyoming's lead in the second half. Dennis contributed significantly to the scoring, while Jevin Muniz assisted with crucial plays, including a driving layup.
Overall, the Cowboys' ability to secure this win against a rival team like Colorado State is a crucial step in their season, especially after their recent struggles. The final score of 68-57 reflects their determination to improve and regain momentum as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WYO -1.5 | 142.5 o -110 / u -110 | Colorado State Rams +110 · Wyoming Cowboys -130 |
Leaders
- PointsKhaden Bennett22Wyoming Cowboys
- AssistsLeland Walker4Wyoming Cowboys
- ReboundsKhaden Bennett10Wyoming Cowboys
- PointsJevin Muniz14Colorado State Rams
- AssistsJevin Muniz7Colorado State Rams
- ReboundsKyle Jorgensen6Colorado State Rams
Recent form
Wyoming Cowboys
Last 10: 3-7Streak L168.7 scored · 74.8 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L62-94at Utah State AggiesJan 29
- W66-62vs San José State SpartansJan 24
- L65-81vs Boise State BroncosJan 21
- L60-63at Fresno State BulldogsJan 18
- L57-74vs San Diego State AztecsJan 15
- L83-92at Nevada Wolf PackJan 11
- W98-66vs UNLV RebelsJan 7
- L58-78at New Mexico LobosJan 4
- W68-56at Air Force FalconsDec 30
- L70-82vs Grand Canyon LopesDec 20
Colorado State Rams
Last 10: 3-7Streak L266.4 scored · 72.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- L50-73at San Diego State AztecsJan 29
- L61-65vs Utah State AggiesJan 24
- W81-52vs Air Force FalconsJan 21
- L73-79at Boise State BroncosJan 17
- L69-79at Fresno State BulldogsJan 14
- W70-62vs UNLV RebelsJan 10
- L70-80vs New Mexico LobosJan 7
- W70-60at Grand Canyon LopesJan 4
- L62-75vs Nevada Wolf PackDec 31
- L58-100at Utah State AggiesDec 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Colorado State Rams | Wyoming Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-58 | 19-43 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 4-23 | 12-25 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 48 |
| Free throws | 7-10 | 18-24 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 25 |
| Assists | 13 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 14 |
| Fouls | 20 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half27-35Leland Walker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-35Jase Butler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-35Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half30-36Adam Harakow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-37Adam Harakow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-37Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-37Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-37Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-38Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-39Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-42Khaden Bennett makes 24-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
- 2nd Half35-42Jase Butler makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half38-42Kyle Jorgensen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jevin Muniz assists)
- 2nd Half38-45Adam Harakow makes 24-foot three point jumper (Uriyah Rojas assists)
- 2nd Half38-48Adam Harakow makes 23-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
- 2nd Half38-51Damarion Dennis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
- 2nd Half38-54Khaden Bennett makes 25-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
- 2nd Half41-54Jevin Muniz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kyle Jorgensen assists)
- 2nd Half41-55Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Jojo McIver makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kyle Jorgensen assists)
- 2nd Half44-56Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-57Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-57Jevin Muniz makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-57Jevin Muniz makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-57Jevin Muniz makes layup
- 2nd Half49-58Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-59Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Jevin Muniz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-59Jevin Muniz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Gavin Gores makes 3-foot dunk (Adam Harakow assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Brandon Rechsteiner makes layup (Jevin Muniz assists)
- 2nd Half53-62Adam Harakow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Rashaan Mbemba makes layup (Jevin Muniz assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66Jevin Muniz makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-67Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-68Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Wyoming Cowboys, below favours Colorado State Rams.
Venue
- Arena-AuditoriumLaramie, WY
- Attendance6384
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, Bryan Anslinger, Luke Schumer
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