@MSUDenverMBB: Regis Edges MSU Denver in an Absolute Classic
DENVER - In a tightly contested RMAC matchup at the Auraria Events Center in Denver, Regis University secured a nail-biting victory over MSU Denver with a final score of 78-76. The game saw multiple lead changes in the second half, highlight reel moments, and standout performances from both teams.
First Half
The first half was a fast-paced battle with Regis narrowly leading 44-43 at the break after getting up by as many as 15. Both teams demonstrated efficient shooting, with MSU Denver hitting 60.71% from the field compared to Regis' 57.14%. Regis capitalized on turnovers and quick transition plays, while MSU Denver dominated the boards with a 37-21 rebounding advantage by the end of the game.
Key First-Half Players:
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Logan Threatt (MSU Denver): Scored 20 points overall, including crucial first-half buckets to keep MSU Denver in contention.
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Chase Mayo Harmon (Regis): Led Regis with 27 points, including 11 free throws and clutch three-pointers.
Second Half and Key Turning Points
The second half remained just as competitive, with the teams trading leads six times. MSU Denver's shooting cooled off, dropping to 29.17%, while Regis capitalized on key possessions in a grind-it-out type of ballgame.
Pivotal Moments:
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Clutch Free Throws: Chase Mayo Harmon and Quave Propst-Allison were perfect from the line in crucial moments
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Late-Game Heroics: Regis' Eddy Egun's layup after a missed shot loose ball gave Regis the lead 78-76 in the waning moments of the game
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Defensive Stand: Trey Bryant's block in the final moments preserved the victory for Regis as MSU Denver attempted a last-second shot after a drive by Logan Threatt.
Key Players:
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Chase Mayo Harmon (Regis): Dominated offensively with 27 points, shooting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc and delivering under pressure.
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Quave Propst-Allison (MSU Denver): Scored 17 points with a perfect 6-of-6 from the free-throw line and contributed defensively with six rebounds.
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Caleb McGill (MSU Denver): Tallied 14 points and eight rebounds, controlling the paint and keeping MSU Denver in the game.
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Jalen Brown (Regis): Delivered 17 points, including three critical three-pointers.
Statistical Highlights
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Field Goal Efficiency: Regis shot 52.1%, including 52.6% from three-point range, compared to MSU Denver's 46.2%.
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Bench Contributions: Regis' bench added 21 points, highlighting their depth.
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In MSU Denver's three losses this season, they have lost the battle of the benches each game.
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Points off Turnovers: Regis capitalized with 24 points off MSU Denver's 15 turnovers
Final Thoughts
Regis improves to 9-8 overall and 7-2 in RMAC play winning their last 4, while MSU Denver falls to 14-3 and 8-1 in the RMAC. Both teams displayed toughness, tenacity, and the matchup served as a reminder of fierce rivalry between these crosstown schools.
MSU Denver's next matchup comes Thursday evening at Colorado School of Mines who sits alone on top of the RMAC.
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