Wyoming Cowboys (6-5) 92
Bellarmine Knights (3-9) 55
A dominating performance from start to finish.
The Cowboys nearly recorded a 50 (Field Goal Percentage) – 40 (Three-Point Percentage) – 90 (Free Throw Percentage) type of game.
Five players scored in double figures as Wyoming out-rebounded Bellarmine by double.
The Cowboys were simply bigger, stronger, and faster, controlling the game from the opening whistle.
Even KenPom didn’t expect such a large margin of victory.
As a result, Wyoming moved up in the rankings from No. 202 to No. 173.
Key Player of the Game
WYO No. 5 – Guard Obi Agbim
Agbim delivered his best performance of 2024. He set a season-high with 28 points and knocked down eight three-pointers. His shooting was near-perfect, hitting 76.9% of his shots, matching his best efficiency of the season. His highlight of the night was a spectacular one-handed dunk in transition. Agbim also contributed five rebounds and five assists, making him a key figure for Wyoming as they prepare for Mountain West play.
Obi Agbim’s final stat line: 28 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 10-13 FG, 8-10 3PT.
WYO No. 3 – Guard A.J. Willis
Solid guard play off the bench is crucial, and Willis provided just that. As a sophomore, he continues to take on a larger role for Wyoming. He has scored in double digits in two of the past three games and added seven assists in this contest, a significant improvement from his season total of 11 assists heading into the game.
A.J. Willis’ final stat line: 13 points, 7 assists, 3 rebounds, 5-7 FG, 3-5 3PT.
WYO No. 5 – Forward Matija Belic
In his first start for the Cowboys, Belic had a solid outing with 12 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 block. His addition to the starting lineup allowed Touko Tainamo to excel off the bench, scoring 11 points. Coach Sundance Wicks has been eager for Belic’s availability, and the change in lineup paid off.
Matija Belic’s final stat line: 12 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks, 6-9 FG, 0-2 3PT.
Team Stats
- Field Goal Percentage: Wyoming 65.5% vs. Bellarmine 38.8%
- Three-Point Percentage: Wyoming 50.0% vs. Bellarmine 23.8%
- Free Throw Percentage: Wyoming 85.7% vs. Bellarmine 80.0%
- Free Throw Attempts: Wyoming 6-7 vs. Bellarmine 12-15
- Rebounds: Wyoming 34 vs. Bellarmine 17
- Assists: Wyoming 21 vs. Bellarmine 9
- Steals: Wyoming 4 vs. Bellarmine 6
- Blocks: Wyoming 4 vs. Bellarmine 0
- Total Turnovers: Wyoming 11 vs. Bellarmine 12
- Points in the Paint: Wyoming 38 vs. Bellarmine 24
- Fouls: Wyoming 14 vs. Bellarmine 8
Next Opponent
- Team: Cal State Fullerton Titans (Big West Conference)
- Record: 4-8
- Best Win: Home victory over Idaho State (62-61, No. 245 in KenPom)
- KenPom Ranking: No. 293 (Wyoming is No. 173)
- Projected Score via KenPom: Wyoming wins 67-63, with a 65% chance of victory
- Player(s) to Watch: Guard Donovan Oday (No. 5) and Forward John Mikey Square (No. 32)
- Location: Fullerton, California (Titan Gym)
- Date: Sunday, December 22nd
- TV/Time: 3:00 p.m. (MT) on the Mountain West Network
Stay tuned to Mountain West Connection for all the latest updates on Wyoming basketball this season!
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