The Wyoming Cowboys' Mountain West Conference opener against the Grand Canyon Lopes was a hard-fought battle, but the Cowboys ultimately fell short, losing 82-70. The game was a stark contrast to the Cowboys' previous performances, with a slow start and a season-low field goal percentage. The Cowboys' struggles continued throughout the game, with Grand Canyon capitalizing on their early lead and maintaining control for the majority of the match. Despite the Cowboys' efforts, the Lopes' hot shooting and strong defense proved too much to overcome. The Cowboys' freshman guard, Nasir (Naz) Meyer, led the team in scoring with 12 points, while Leland Walker and Kiani Saxon also contributed to the team's effort. However, the Cowboys' inability to find consistent offense and their low field goal percentage ultimately cost them the game. The Lopes, led by Makiah Williams and Jaden Henley, showcased their shooting prowess and strong defense, which proved to be the deciding factors in the match. The Cowboys' next challenge awaits as they travel to Air Force on Dec.30 for a 2 p.m. start inside Clune Arena, looking to bounce back from this loss and continue their conference play.
