- Matchup: Utah Utes vs Colorado Buffaloes
- Event Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Venue: CU Events Center, Boulder, CO
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Colorado Buffaloes (11-3) host the Utah Utes (8-6) at CU Events Center this Wednesday.
In their latest outing, the Utah Utes faced off against Arizona, concluding the game with a 97-78 defeat. They managed a field goal percentage of 44.3% (31 of 70) and made 5 of their 17 attempts from the three-point line. At the charity stripe, the Utes had a commendable 91.7%, making 11 of 12 attempts. In terms of rebounding, Utah secured 29 boards, including 9 offensive rebounds. They also distributed 13 assists, committed 9 turnovers, and came away with 5 steals on the defensive end. However, they struggled defensively, allowing Arizona to shoot 53.6%, hitting 37 of 69 attempts. The Wildcats assisted 18 times and secured 41 rebounds (13 offensive, 28 defensive) without any blocks, while converting 16 of 21 free throws for a 76.2% success rate. The fouls were recorded at 16 for Utah and 13 for Arizona.
Terrence Brown shined in the game, putting up 26 points on 10 of 20 shooting, playing 33 minutes, and contributing 4 rebounds along with 6 assists.
For the season, Utah carries an 8-6 record. The Utes average 80.9 points per game (110th in the nation) with a shooting percentage of 47.0%. From beyond the arc, they connect on 35.8% (119 of 332) and have a free throw percentage of 73.8%. As a complete unit, they average 35.6 rebounds per contest and have compiled 204 assists this season, ranking 235th nationally for assists. They experience 11.9 turnovers and commit 17.8 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Utes prompt opponents to commit 10.6 turnovers per game while drawing 17.6 personal fouls. They rank 73rd overall in college for allowing assists, conceding 175 this season. Opponents have shot 46.5% (413 of 888) against them with Utah giving up 36.4 rebounds per game. They allow 34.0% shooting from three-point range and stand 320th in the nation for opponents’ points per game (79.8).
In their previous match, the Colorado Buffaloes came out on top, defeating Arizona State 95-89. On the rebounding front, Colorado allowed Arizona State a total of 30 boards (10 offensive). They shot 21.4% from deep, making 6 out of 28 attempts, and concluded free throw shooting with 21 of 27 for 77.8%. On the defensive side, Colorado permitted Arizona State to score 31 of 68, translating to 45.6%. The Buffaloes finished 29 of 59 from the field, giving them a shooting percentage of 49.2%. From the perimeter, they made 5 of 16 attempts (31.3%) and converted 32 free throws at an impressive 84.2%. Arizona State racked up 24 fouls, granting Colorado ample opportunities at the free-throw line, with 38 attempts. The Buffaloes lost possession 13 times while capturing 9 steals throughout the match. They gathered a total of 40 rebounds, splitting them into 28 defensive and 12 offensive boards.
Isaiah Johnson also made a significant impact, scoring 19 points in 26 minutes of play and contributing 3 assists. He shot 5 of 11 for a shooting percentage of 45.5%, alongside 3 rebounds.
This season, Colorado boasts an 11-3 record. They commit 17.6 fouls per game and shoot 76.9% at the free-throw line. As a team, they assist on average 16.4 times per game, ranking 83rd nationally, while limiting their turnovers to 10.4 per game. They’ve accumulated 1,212 points so far this season, averaging 86.6 points per game, and collect 36.9 rebounds per contest. Offensively, the Buffaloes are shooting an impressive 49.9%, placing them 28th in the nation.
Defensively, Colorado concedes 36.9% shooting from beyond the arc (114 of 309), while opponents shoot 73.0% from the free-throw line. They allow an average of 12.6 assists and 31.8 rebounds per game, ranking 130th and 57th in Division I, respectively. The Buffaloes rank 304th in points allowed per game at 78.2. Moreover, they force 11.6 turnovers per game while allowing opponents to shoot 45.4% from the field (284th in college).
Who will secure the victory tonight in this NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Go with Utah
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