Western Colorado's strong first-half performance, shooting 48% from the field, was overshadowed by Fort Lewis' dominant second half, leading to a 95-71 loss for the Mountaineers. Fort Lewis capitalized on their offensive power, shooting 55% from the field and scoring 30 of their 50 second-half points from inside the paint.

By the Numbers
  • Final Score: Fort Lewis Def. Western Colorado, 95-71
  • Records: Western Colorado 9-15 (6-12 RMAC), Fort Lewis 22-2(17-1 RMAC)
State of Play
  • Western Colorado shot 50% from the field in the first half
  • Fort Lewis shot 55% from the field in the second half
  • Mountaineers' upcoming games: vs. Regis on Feb. 23 and vs. University of Colorado Colorado Springs on Feb. 24
What's Next

The Mountaineers will face Regis on Feb. 23 and University of Colorado Colorado Springs on Feb. 24 for their final regular-season games at Paul Wright Gym in Gunnison, Colo.

Bottom Line

Western Colorado's strong first half wasn't enough to secure a victory, as Fort Lewis displayed offensive dominance in the second half, leading to a decisive 95-71 win.