Colorado closed its preseason with a 100-39 rout of Adams State, showing its depth despite playing without rotation regulars Zyanna Walker and Aniya’ Foy. Coach JR Payne said both injuries are minor, and the Buffaloes hope the pair will be ready for the Nov. 4 opener against Morgan State.

By the Numbers
  • Colorado won, 100-39.
  • The Buffs outrebounded Adams State, 58-23, and committed 12 turnovers to the Grizzlies’ 27.
  • CU made 10 of 20 3-pointers and held Adams State to 28.6% shooting from the field.
  • Mecailin Marshall led all scorers with 20 points; Logyn Greer added 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Yes, But

The lopsided exhibition win came against Division II Adams State, so it offers a limited measure of how Colorado will fare against regular-season competition. The bigger near-term question is whether Walker and Foy can return in time for the opener.

What’s Next

Colorado has a week to prepare for Morgan State and get Walker and Foy back up to speed. Payne said both could return as soon as opening night.

Bottom Line

CU’s depth and effort were on display, but the preseason tune-up’s lasting value may be the time it gives two key players to recover before the games count.