BYU vs. Colorado: Who Breaks the Streak?

BYU and Colorado face off Tuesday night in Boulder, each desperate to turn things around. BYU is chasing their first road win, while Colorado just wants to stop the bleeding in Big 12 play.

BYU’s Road Struggles

The Cougars (11-6, 2-4) are still looking for their first win away from home, sitting at 0-4 on the road. Their latest heartbreak came in a 73-72 overtime loss to Utah on Saturday. Once again, they couldn’t finish the job—a recurring theme this season:

• Against Utah: Trevin Knell missed a clutch free throw with just 6.2 seconds left.
• Against TCU: The Cougars went cold in the last three minutes, letting the Horned Frogs steal the win.

“We’ve got to figure out how to close these games,” said head coach Kevin Young. “We’re right there, but we keep coming up short, and it’s frustrating.”

Colorado’s Battle to Break the Skid

The Buffaloes (9-8, 0-6) are in a rough spot, still winless in Big 12 play. A loss to BYU would tie their longest losing streak since 2016-17, when they dropped seven straight. Their defense has been a major problem, giving up over 70 points in all but one conference game.

Saturday’s 83-73 loss to Oklahoma State highlighted their struggles:

• A season-high 29 fouls led to 42 free-throw attempts for the Cowboys.
• On the bright side, Bangot Dak has been stepping up, leading the team in scoring for two straight games, including 15 points against Oklahoma State.

“I hate losing,” said head coach Tad Boyle. “It’s my responsibility to get this team back on track, and we’re working on it.”

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What to Watch For

• BYU: Can they stay composed in crunch time and finally notch a road win? Look for Richie Saunders and Trevin Knell to step up in key moments.
• Colorado: Will they clean up their defense and stay out of foul trouble? Bangot Dak’s scoring consistency will be crucial.

A Look Back

Colorado leads the series 18-7, with the last meeting in 2016. The Buffaloes hope to maintain their dominance, but BYU has a chance to flip the script.

Why You Should Care

This game is a chance for both teams to change their season narratives. BYU needs a road win to build confidence, while Colorado is desperate to end their Big 12 skid. Expect a high-energy battle as both squads fight for a much-needed victory.