- Matchup: Colorado Buffaloes vs Utah Utes
- Scheduled Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Venue: Jon M. Huntsman Center, Salt Lake City, UT
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Colorado Buffaloes (16-12) will be heading to the Jon M. Huntsman Center this Tuesday to challenge the Utah Utes (10-18).
In their most recent game, the Colorado Buffaloes faced off against Houston but suffered a heavy defeat, ending the matchup at 102-62. The Buffaloes committed 21 personal fouls compared to Houston’s 14. They managed to hit 10 out of 17 three-point attempts. Houston shot 77.4% from the free throw line, converting 24 of 31 attempts. The Cougars secured 31 rebounds (7 offensive, 24 defensive) without any blocks. Houston also tallied 20 assists and made 8 steals throughout the game. Defensively, Colorado allowed their opponents to shoot 59.6%, hitting 34 of 57 attempts. The Buffaloes recorded 14 assists, forced 4 turnovers, and earned 3 steals. On the boards, they gathered a total of 18 rebounds, including 2 offensive. The team shot 72.2% from the free throw line, hitting 13 out of 18 attempts. Overall, Colorado posted a field goal percentage of 46.0% (23 of 50) and converted 3 out of 14 three-point shots.
Isaiah Johnson was a standout player in the game, finishing with an impressive 77.8% shooting from the floor. He logged 4 assists, played 33 minutes, and secured 3 rebounds, amassing a total of 19 points on 7 of 9 shooting.
Colorado enters this matchup with a 16-12 record for the season. They average 80.1 points per game (ranked 90th nationally) with a shooting percentage of 46.8% from the field. The Buffaloes’ three-point shooting is at 35.3% (209 of 592), and they convert 75.0% from the charity stripe. Collectively, they grab 35.1 rebounds per game and they have achieved 439 assists, ranking 103rd in Division 1 basketball. Colorado turns the ball over an average of 10.3 times per contest and commits around 17.3 fouls every game.
Defensively, the Buffaloes force an average of 11.3 turnovers per game while giving up 18.7 fouls. They are positioned 165th nationally for assists allowed, surrendering 379 assists this season. The Buffaloes’ defense allows opponents to shoot 45.4% (765 of 1,686) while tallying 34.8 rebounds per game. Their opponents hit 36.4% of their three-point attempts, contributing to the Buffaloes’ ranking of 292nd in points allowed per game (77.9).
In their previous game, the Utah Utes faced a loss with a final score of 73-60 against Arizona State. On the boards, Utah allowed Arizona State to grab 26 rebounds (7 offensive). Arizona State shot 52.9% beyond the arc, making 9 of 17 attempts, and went 10 of 12 at the free-throw line (83.3%). Defensively, the Utes permitted Arizona State to succeed on 27 of their 55 field goal attempts, resulting in a 49.1% shooting percentage. At the conclusion of the game, Utah shot 39.0% from the field, going 23 of 59. From three-point land, they converted 8 of 22 attempts (36.4%). Arizona State recorded 6 fouls in the contest, giving the Utes 9 free throw attempts. Utah also committed 8 turnovers but made 4 steals during the match. Collectively, they gathered 32 rebounds, including 22 defensive and 10 offensive boards.
Keanu Dawes was a key contributor for the Utes, hitting 5 of 10 for a shooting percentage of 50.0% while also adding 4 rebounds. He achieved a total of 16 points over 28 minutes, contributing 2 assists along the way.
Utah holds a 10-18 record this season. The Utes average 16.3 fouls per game and shoot 72.7% from the free throw line. They assist their teammates 13.8 times per game (ranked 196th in Division 1) while committing an average of 11.6 turnovers. Utah has scored a total of 2,100 points this season (75.0 points per game) and secures around 34.3 rebounds each contest. Offensively, the Utes are shooting 45.3% from the field, ranking them 182nd in Division 1.
On the defensive front, Utah ranks 299th in college basketball for points allowed per game (78.3). They force their opponents into 9.6 turnovers per game and allow teams to shoot 47.2% from the field, positioning them at 329th nationally. The Utes give up 33.6% on three-pointers (197 of 586) while allowing opponents to convert 70.5% at the free throw line. They allow 13.8 assists and 35.6 total rebounds per game, ranking them 213th and 257th respectively in college basketball.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Utah
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