No. 3 Iowa State Defeats Colorado 79-69 in Big 12 Opener

Iowa State extends its winning streak to eight games, overcoming a strong Colorado rally in Boulder.

Iowa State's Curtis Jones led the team with 20 points, while Keshon Gilbert added 14 in the Cyclones' victory.
Colorado returned to the Big 12 after 13 seasons in the Pac-12, playing its first conference game since 2011.
The Buffaloes rallied to take a 55-50 lead in the second half but were held to just two points over a critical six-minute stretch as Iowa State regained control.
This loss ended Colorado's 11-game home winning streak, marking their first defeat at home this season.
Iowa State, now 11-1, will face No. 25 Baylor next, while Colorado, 9-3, travels to Arizona State for their next matchup.