Game Details

Date and Start Time

Saturday, December 14th is the date of the game, and it will commence at 5:30 p.m. Mountain time. This gives fans plenty of time to prepare and gather to support their team.

The 5:30 p.m. MT start time ensures that basketball enthusiasts can enjoy the action without having to rush or miss any of the key moments. It's a great opportunity for both the players and the fans to get into the spirit of the game.

Streaming and Radio Coverage

The game is not available on linear TV. Instead, it can only be streamed online via BallerTV. To watch the game, you will need to subscribe to BallerTV or purchase a single-game pass for $19.99. This provides fans with the flexibility to enjoy the game from the comfort of their own homes.

For those who prefer to listen to the game on the radio, the CSU broadcast is available on 99.1 FM or on the Varsity Network app. The CSU radio team, consisting of Brian Roth (play-by-play) and Adam Nigon (analyst), will bring the excitement of the game to the listeners.

Records and Coaches

CSU enters the game with a record of 5-4 and coming off a loss a week ago against Colorado. VCU, on the other hand, has a record of 8-2 and their last game was a 66-47 win over Penn on Monday. These records give an indication of the teams' current form and provide a backdrop for the upcoming game.

CSU is led by Niko Medved, who is in his seventh season as head coach of the Rams. He has an impressive record of 122-79 at CSU and 201-166 overall in his career. VCU is led by former Utah State coach Ryan Odom, who is in his second season at VCU. Odom has a record of 32-16 at VCU and 181-112 overall over 10 seasons at four different schools. The coaching expertise of both Medved and Odom will play a crucial role in the outcome of the game.

Series History and Stadium Information

This will be the first time the two teams have played against each other. The game will be held at Lee Family Forum in Henderson, Nevada, which has a capacity of 5,567. The stadium provides a great atmosphere for basketball games and is sure to be filled with passionate fans.

The unique setting of a neutral site game adds an extra element of excitement. It gives both teams an equal opportunity to showcase their skills and compete on a level playing field.

Metrics and Top Players

In terms of metrics, CSU is ranked No. 107 in KenPom and VCU is ranked No. 41. KenPom projects a seven-point victory (70-63) for VCU. CSU is also ranked No. 149 and VCU is ranked No. 69 in the NCAA NET rankings. These rankings give an insight into the teams' performance and potential.

For Colorado State, Nique Clifford is the key player. The 6-foot-6 wing leads the team in scoring with 17.9 points per game and rebounds with 10.7 per game. He will be looking to bounce back after a 4-15 shooting night in their previous game.

Jalen Lake, the 6-foot-4 guard, is second on the team in scoring at 15.3 points per game and is shooting 42% from 3-point range. He will be looking to contribute with his scoring and shooting abilities.

Kyan Evans, the 6-foot-2 point guard, is beginning to show some scoring flash. He has hit double-digits in three of the last four games, except for a zero-point night against TCU. He will be looking to maintain his scoring form and lead the team on the court.

For VCU, Joe Bamisile is the leading scorer with 16.4 points per game and came off a 23-point night against Penn. Max Shulga, the 6-foot-5 guard, is second on the team with 16.2 points per game and poured in 29 points two games ago. He is shooting 43% from 3-point range.

Luke Bamgboye, the 6-foot-10 freshman, may not have high averages in terms of minutes and points per game, but he is a menace of a rim protector, averaging more than two blocks per game. He had a five-block game two contests ago and will be looking to make an impact on the defensive end.