Buffaloes Seek Home Win Against Knights Amid 13-Game Slide

Boulder, Colorado – The Colorado Buffaloes (9-15, 0-13 Big 12) will host the UCF Knights (13-11, 4-9 Big 12) on Saturday, February 15, at 3:00 PM ET at the CU Events Center. The Buffaloes enter the game on a 13-game losing streak, while the Knights have lost their last five games.

This matchup is crucial for both teams as they attempt to break out of their respective slumps. Colorado, still seeking its first conference win, will look to leverage its home court advantage against the visiting Knights. UCF, meanwhile, is looking to recover its footing after a series of disappointing results.

In their previous outings, both teams faced tough opponents. The Knights fell to Kansas State 90-53, despite solid performances by their star players. Kaitlin Peterson, UCF’s leading scorer, averaged 21.4 points this season, and he will be a focal point for the Knights in this pivotal matchup.

For the Buffaloes, the ongoing struggle has seen them averaging 67.5 points per game, placing them in the middle tier of college basketball. However, they concede an average of 71.7 points, showing a clear need for improvement on both ends of the court. Colorado’s last game, a 76-63 loss to Baylor, left head coach Tad Boyle searching for solutions.

Despite their struggles, the Buffaloes remain optimistic. “We’re getting better each day,” said Boyle. “We have to focus on the little things and find a way to finish strong at home.” With key players like Julian Hammond III stepping up, Colorado hopes to find a rhythm that will lead to their first conference win.

The current statistics reflect the difficulties both teams are facing. UCF ranks 136th in scoring in college basketball and struggles to maintain consistency on offense. In contrast, the Buffaloes are allowing opponents to convert 45.6% of their shots from the field, ranking 289th nationally.

Fans eager to catch the action can tune in via ESPN+ streaming service, with ticket availability for those hoping to attend in person. The stakes are high for both squads as they engage in this battle in Boulder.

In their respective schedules following this game, both teams hope this matchup will serve as a turning point for their seasons. The Buffaloes will face Iowa State shortly after, while UCF prepares for a matchup with Oklahoma State.

College basketball enthusiasts are advised to expect an intense game where both teams will strive to break their losing streaks and regain momentum as the season progresses.