Colorado State University Rams beat Memphis in first March Madness showdown
The CSU Rams' winning streak continued Friday when they beat the Memphis Tigers 78-70 in their first game of the NCAA men's basketball tournament in Seattle.
The Rams won their first round of the tournament, which also marked their 11th consecutive win, following on the heels of their victory against Boise State last Saturday.
The match between Maryland and Grand Canyon Friday will decide who the Rams will face in round 2 of March Madness.
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