URGENT UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes women’s basketball team has just broken their eight-game road losing streak, defeating the Kansas State Wildcats 56-47 at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas, on January 29, 2026. This pivotal win marks their first conference road victory this season, igniting hope for the rest of their campaign.
In a thrilling finish, the Buffs outscored K-State 18-6 in the final seven minutes, showcasing a defensive strategy that kept the Wildcats to just 32.7% shooting for the game. Head coach JR Payne praised the team’s execution: “Everyone’s going to have to do their job really well… and I thought we just executed and did what we needed to do against a really good K-State team.”
Key player Zyanna Walker, who transferred from Kansas State, led the charge with a crucial three-pointer in the fourth quarter, finishing the game with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals. Walker’s performance was especially emotional, as she faced her former team. “I think she was very excited to come back… But of course, she also wanted to win,” Payne added.
The Buffs, now 14-7 overall and 5-4 in the Big 12, demonstrated remarkable resilience. The game remained tightly contested, with neither team leading by more than eight points until the final quarter. After trailing by three points, Colorado responded with a flurry of scoring, regaining the lead after a rebound and put-back by Logyn Greer, who contributed 11 points in a crucial bench performance.
In a game that highlighted the importance of teamwork, Jade Masogayo added 13 points and seven rebounds, while Greer and Desiree Wooten each scored 11. Colorado’s balanced scoring approach proved effective, as they outshot K-State 42.9% to 33.3% in the final quarter.
Next up, the Buffaloes face Kansas on Sunday at 1 p.m. MT on ESPN+, as they look to build on this momentum and solidify their standings in the Big 12. The team’s newfound confidence could be a game-changer as they navigate the remainder of the season.
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