FORT COLLINS, Colo. — In a competitive matchup on Tuesday, Jalen Lake shone for Colorado State, leading the team to a 74-65 victory over Denver with an impressive performance, scoring 19 points.

Lake demonstrated his scoring prowess by hitting 7 of 10 shots from the field, including 3 out of 6 attempts from beyond the arc. He was not the only one contributing offensively; Jaylen Crocker-Johnson added 14 points and pulled down six rebounds, while Nique Clifford chipped in with 12 points, making 4 of 9 shots and successfully converting all three of his free-throw attempts.

On the opposing side, Isaiah Addo-Ankrah led the Pioneers with 16 points. He was supported by teammate Isaiah Carr, who recorded 13 points alongside six rebounds. DeAndre Craig rounded out the significant contributions for Denver with 11 points, four assists, and two steals.

The game started tightly contested, with Colorado State holding a narrow edge at halftime, leading 36-34. Before the break, Lake had already secured 14 points, making him the top performer for the Rams at that point. The turning moment came in the second half when Colorado State mounted a strong 13-0 run, erasing a one-point deficit and extending their lead to 65-53 with just 5:47 left on the clock. Clifford proved crucial in the latter half, contributing 10 points that helped solidify the team’s advantage and ultimately secure the win.