Angelo State takes a 0-1 record into Saturday’s road game against undefeated Western Colorado in Gunnison. The Rams are looking to rebound from a season-opening loss, while the Mountaineers are coming off a two-point win over UT Permian Basin.

By the Numbers
  • Western Colorado beat UT Permian Basin, 79-77, to open the season.
  • Angelo State lost to Adams State, 69-63, after leading by 15 points.
  • The Rams hold a 2-0 all-time advantage over Western Colorado; their last meeting ended in a 91-72 Angelo State win.
  • The game tips off at 1 p.m. CT at Paul Wright Gym, 7,723 feet above sea level.
Yes, But

Angelo State has the series edge, but this will be its first game at Paul Wright Gym. Western Colorado’s opener also showed its ability to close: it outscored UTPB by four points in the second half and drew 44 free throws.

What’s Next

The Rams will try to even their record and end their regional road trip with a win. Western Colorado will look to start 2-0 on its home court.

Bottom Line

Angelo State faces an early test of its composure on the road: it must respond to a blown 15-point lead while handling the altitude and a Mountaineers team coming off a close win.