Colorado men's basketball will play San Diego State on Nov. 7 as part of the inaugural National University Bill Walton Classic at Pechanga Arena in San Diego. This matchup marks the first meeting between the teams since 1976, with CU holding a 3-3 record against the Aztecs historically. Coach Tad Boyle emphasizes the significance of competing against a top program early in the season. The game will also feature a women's matchup between San Diego and UC San Diego.

By the Numbers
  • The last time CU and SDSU faced off was January 5, 1976, with SDSU winning 78-72.
  • Colorado has a historical record of 3-3 against San Diego State.
State of Play
  • CU has secured several non-conference games, including a home game against Colorado State and an away game at Providence.
  • CU is expected to participate in the Acrisure Series in Palm Desert, California, with matchups to be announced later.
What's Next

As the Buffs finalize their schedule, additional non-conference matchups and details about game times for the Bill Walton Classic will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Bottom Line

The upcoming game against San Diego State represents a critical opportunity for Colorado to strengthen its early season performance and establish itself against quality opponents.