The Wyoming Cowboys continue their road trip with a showdown against the South Dakota Coyotes on Tuesday, University of Wyoming Athletics reports.
The game, which marks the first meeting between the two teams in a decade, is set for a 6 p.m. tip-off. Fans can catch the action through a live stream on MidcoSportsPlus or tune in via the Cowboy Sports Network‘s 26 affiliate radio stations, where Keith Kelly and Kevin McKinney will provide live commentary.
Team Overview
Wyoming Cowboys (5-3 overall, 0-1 conference)
The Cowboys come into the game looking to bounce back from a 70-67 road loss to Utah State last Wednesday. Wyoming’s offense is averaging 73.6 points per game, while allowing opponents to score 72.9 points per game. The Cowboys have been efficient on the boards, leading the Mountain West in rebounds with 41.1 per game and maintaining a +8.1 rebounding advantage over opponents. Wyoming has shot 50% or better in four games this season and is converting 45.5% of its shots from the field, while holding opponents to 41.6% shooting — the third-best defensive mark in the conference.
Key players for Wyoming include:
- Obi Agbim: The Cowboys’ top scorer with 18.1 points per game (3rd in the Mountain West). Agbim is also a playmaker, averaging 3.9 assists per game. He posted his first career double-double at Utah State, dishing out a career-high 10 assists.
- Jordan Nesbitt: Nesbitt averages 11 points per game but is most notable for his work on the boards, leading the Mountain West with 10.8 rebounds per game.
- Kobe Newton: Contributing 11 points per game, Newton is second on the team in assists and recently hit a career-high five three-pointers in the Utah State matchup.
South Dakota Coyotes (7-4 overall)
The Coyotes enter the contest with a 7-4 record after a 95-82 loss to Northern Arizona on Saturday. Known for their high-powered offense, South Dakota averages 87.3 points per game, one of the top marks in the nation. They shoot 46.5% from the field and connect on an average of nine three-pointers per game, while pulling down 38 rebounds per game. Defensively, the Coyotes allow opponents to score 78.5 points per game on 44.4% shooting.
Key players for South Dakota include:
- Isaac Bruns: Leading the Coyotes with 14.1 points per game on 49% shooting from the field.
- Chase Forte: Forte contributes 13.7 points per game and leads the team with 36 total assists this season.
- Kaleb Stewart: Stewart is adding 10.2 points per game and has been a key long-range threat, hitting 19 three-pointers this season.
Tuesday’s matchup will be the 11th meeting between the Cowboys and Coyotes, with Wyoming holding an 8-2 advantage in the all-time series. The series dates back to 1960, but this will be the first meeting since 2013. Notably, the Cowboys are 0-1 in road games against South Dakota, adding an extra layer of challenge to Tuesday’s matchup.
After Tuesday’s game, Wyoming will continue its road stretch with a neutral-site matchup against BYU at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday at 7 p.m. This game will be another test as the Cowboys look to sharpen their form before returning to Mountain West conference play.
With a chance to pick up momentum on the road, the Cowboys will aim to secure a victory against a fast-paced South Dakota team. Fans can follow live stats and updates at GoWyo.com or listen to the broadcast on the Cowboy Sports Network.
