Three Key Takeaways From Colorado’s Win Over San Diego

The Colorado Buffaloes were tested in their third game of the season against the San Diego Toreros, squeaking out an 83-75 victory after trailing at halftime. The Buffaloes had another slow start to the game, the third straight contest in which they had a sluggish first half.

However, the way they finished the game may say something about their staying power in a tough Big 12 conference this season. Here are the three biggest takeaways from Colorado’s win over San Diego on Tuesday.

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A routine change may be needed

Mar 3, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle watches play against the Utah Utes during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

The Buffaloes’ slow starts have been their biggest issue through three games. Their poor first half in the Bill Walton Classic against the San Diego State Aztecs dug them into a hole too deep to climb out of, as they still lost by 11, despite outscoring SDSU in the second half.

This game was more of the same. Missed shots were part of the problem, but their work on the offensive glass was just as much at fault.

“First half, we missed 13 shots. Zero offensive rebounds,” said Colorado coach Tad Boyle postgame. “Second half, we missed 12 shots. Five offensive rebounds. That is all effort … And that is what we have to do for 40 minutes.”

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Whether it is something in the gameday routine of the Buffs or the first-half game plan, something drastic needs to shift soon before these sluggish first halves become the Achilles’ heel of CU.

The frontcourt needs to impact the rebounding battle

Nov 30, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Albany Great Danes forward Justin Neely (33) shoots the ball against Georgetown Hoyas forward Drew Fielder (20) during the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect

Colorado’s frontcourt was looked at as a question mark…

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