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Spartans' Grit Falls Short in Close Wyoming Loss
25 Jan
Summary
- San Jose State lost 66-62 to Wyoming in a close basketball game.
- The Spartans showed fight and composure but lacked late-game execution.
- A missed free throw and a turnover sealed San Jose State's fate.
San Jose State's basketball team, the Spartans, suffered a 66-62 defeat against Wyoming in Laramie. The game, played in chilly conditions, saw the Spartans display commendable fight and adaptability despite being shorthanded. The first half was a struggle, with both teams experiencing offensive difficulties and San Jose State trailing by eight points at halftime.
In the second half, San Jose State mounted a comeback, with strong play from Sadraque Nganga and Jermaine Washington narrowing the gap. The Spartans even took a brief lead midway through the period. However, Wyoming responded with a key scoring run. Despite late three-pointers from Washington and Adrian Myers, crucial missed free throws and a critical turnover in the final seconds allowed Wyoming to secure the victory.
