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No. 10 Arizona hosts Colorado following Simpson’s 34-point showing
Colorado Buffaloes (11-2, 2-0 Pac-12) at Arizona Wildcats (10-3, 1-1 Pac-12)
Tucson, Arizona; Thursday, 9:30 p.m. EST
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Wildcats -11; over/under is 162.5
BOTTOM LINE: Colorado takes on the No. 10 Arizona Wildcats after KJ Simpson scored 34 points in Colorado’s 74-67 victory over the Washington State Cougars.
The Wildcats have gone 6-0 in home games. Arizona ranks second in college basketball with 46.6 points in the paint led by Oumar Ballo averaging 10.3.
The Buffaloes are 2-0 against Pac-12 opponents. Colorado ranks second in the Pac-12 scoring 41.7 points per game in the paint led by Simpson averaging 9.4.
Arizona makes 49.5% of its shots from the field this season, which is 7.3 percentage points higher than Colorado has allowed to its opponents (42.2%). Colorado averages 7.0 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer made shots on average than the 8.7 per game Arizona gives up.
The Wildcats and Buffaloes match up Thursday for the first time in conference play this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Ballo is averaging 13.2 points and 8.2 rebounds for the Wildcats. Caleb Love is averaging 2.3 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games for Arizona.
Simpson is shooting 56.2% and averaging 21.1 points for the Buffaloes. Tristan da Silva is averaging 12.2 points over the last 10 games for Colorado.
LAST 10 GAMES: Wildcats: 7-3, averaging 90.3 points, 42.7 rebounds, 19.2 assists, 9.3 steals and 3.1 blocks per game while shooting 48.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 76.3 points per game.
Buffaloes: 8-2, averaging 81.9 points, 38.7 rebounds, 16.5 assists, 6.7 steals and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 50.6% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 69.6 points.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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Colorado woman recovers from unique liver cancer surgery in time for Christmas
It was a very special holiday season for an Aurora resident recovering after a unique surgery. Doctors push the limits to treat patients, especially during this time of year.
It only takes one look around Anna Aist’s house to see Christmas is her favorite holiday.
“I started to buy those many, many years ago,” Aist told CBS Colorado.
Aist’s house was ready ahead of Christmas. From the village, to the nutcrackers lining her kitchen, to the handmade pieces of art from her late husband, who passed away this year.
“He loved woodwork,” Aist explained. “He made all of these. This this whole room is Santa.”
It’s almost a year since, Aist’s husband passed away in January.
“Who would have thought I would have got cancer after that,” Aist said.
At 84 years young, this is a special Christmas for Aist. She’s still recoverin from surgery after being diagnosed with liver cancer earlier in 2024.
“He told everybody I looked spry, and I passed all the tests except for three, and they had to do with my liver,” Aist said.
Dr. Raheel Jajja at HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke’s tried a unique liver resection surgery.
“He thinks he got it all, and he took out 10% of my liver,” Aist explained.
A had specific instructions on when to have the surgery this year.
“I said, if you’re going to do it, do it soon,” Aist said. “Because I want to be up feeling good for the holidays. That’s one of my favorite things.”
So Aist’s family from all over Colorado will soon be with her to unwrap presents and spend time together. It’s precious time with a patient who has worked hard to make the holiday special.
“And they said they want food, food, food,” Aist said with a positive chuckle.
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Deion Sanders and Colorado land Texas A&M transfer OL Aki Ogunbiyi
Colorado has landed a significant addition to their offensive line with the transfer of Texas A&M offensive lineman Aki Ogunbiyi. This move signals head coach Deion Sanders’ ongoing commitment to the trenches after a season plagued by pass protection struggles.
Ogunbiyi, a 6-foot-4, 330-pound lineman from Houston, Texas, brings experience and potential to a unit that ranked near the bottom nationally in sacks allowed, giving up 39 in 2024.
Ogunbiyi’s decision to transfer to Colorado comes after four seasons at Texas A&M, where he showcased his talent despite limited playing time. Originally a four-star recruit in the 2020 class, Ogunbiyi was ranked as the No. 9 offensive guard in the nation and the No. 34 player in Texas. His arrival at College Station was met with high expectations, and while he contributed in multiple games, his full potential was never fully realized during his time with the Aggies.
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Over the course of his career at Texas A&M, Ogunbiyi accumulated 654 offensive snaps, starting eight games and earning the team’s Offensive Most Improved Player Award. His size, strength, and pedigree as a run blocker align well with the Buffaloes’ urgent need to establish a more formidable offensive line presence. In the 2023 season, Ogunbiyi appeared in three games against McNeese, Missouri, and New Mexico State before entering the transfer portal.
For Colorado, Ogunbiyi’s arrival could provide an immediate boost to their offensive line, a crucial factor as the Buffaloes aim to contend in the Big 12.
With only one year of eligibility remaining, Ogunbiyi is expected to compete for a starting role at either guard position this spring. His experience against SEC competition and accolades as an improved offensive player could make him a pivotal piece in Colorado’s efforts to protect quarterback Shedeur Sanders and strengthen the run game.
As Coach Prime continues to reshape the roster, Ogunbiyi’s transfer underscores the Buffaloes’ focus on enhancing their offensive line – a critical step toward achieving their championship aspirations.
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