This Sunday, the CU Events Center will host an intriguing Big 12 clash as the resilient West Virginia Mountaineers take on the determined Colorado Buffaloes at 3:00 p.m. ET. The contest promises to be a defensive battle, with the Mountaineers boasting one of the league's top defenses, allowing only 63.4 points per game this season. This formidable defense will pose a significant challenge for the Buffaloes' offense.

The Mountaineers come into this matchup after suffering a tough setback against Arizona, which ended their seven-game winning streak. In that game, they struggled offensively, scoring just 56 points in a 75-56 loss. On the other hand, Colorado has also faced recent difficulties, dropping three consecutive games. Most recently, they narrowly lost to UCF by a single point, 75-74. Despite the loss, Julian Hammond III delivered a standout performance, contributing 26 points, five assists, and five rebounds. Andrej Jakimovski also made a notable impact with 16 points.

Rebounding could play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of this game. Both teams have been strong on the boards, with West Virginia averaging 36.6 rebounds per game and Colorado not far behind at 36.4. The ability to control the glass may give one team the edge they need to secure a victory. As both squads look to bounce back from recent losses, fans can expect a competitive and intense matchup that showcases the best of college basketball spirit and resilience.