Colorado Defeats Washington State in Pac-12 Semifinals, Advances to Championship

The Buffaloes secure their eighth consecutive win with a 58-52 victory, setting a school record for most wins in a season.

Colorado's defense held Washington State to a season-low 52 points, showcasing a significant improvement in their defensive play.
KJ Simpson led Colorado with 16 points, playing a crucial defensive role by holding WSU's freshman guard Myles Rice to 10 points.
The victory marks Colorado's first return to the Pac-12 championship game since 2021, aiming to become the final winners of the Pac-12 Tournament.
Washington State's loss jeopardizes their seeding in the upcoming NCAA tournament, despite being previously predicted to receive a No. 5 seed.
The Pac-12 faces an uncertain future as it prepares to disband, with this year's tournament being the last under its current format.