In a recent matchup, the Denver Pioneers secured a 97-80 win over Western Colorado, with DeAndre Craig stepping up to score 15 points on Friday night.
Craig also contributed significantly to the team’s effort with five assists, marking his influence on both offense and playmaking for the Pioneers, who now hold a record of 1-1 this season.
Pedro Lopez-Sanvicente had a solid performance as well, netting 13 points and shooting 5 of 9 from the field, while also gathering 10 rebounds.
Meanwhile, Sebastian Akins added 12 points to the tally, hitting 6 out of 13 attempts, although he struggled from three-point range, missing all three of his shots.
On the other side, the Western Colorado Mountaineers were led by Amar Rivers, who put up 19 points along with three steals, making him a key player for the team.
Tyler Halligan also contributed with 12 points, but the Mountaineers could not keep pace with the scoring from the Pioneers.
This game highlights the talents and strategies of both teams as they navigate the early days of their season.
With a mix of experienced players and new talents, both squads will look to improve in their upcoming games.