BYU Edges Colorado in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Marriott Center
BYU Cougars 90, Colorado Buffaloes 86, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars?
BYU Cougars beat Colorado Buffaloes 90-86 at Marriott Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars?
BYU Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling overtime encounter, the BYU Cougars narrowly defeated the Colorado Buffaloes 90-86 at the Marriott Center. This matchup was notable not only for its close score but also for the implications it held for both teams as they navigate the latter part of the season. The Cougars, boasting a home record of 19-6, were looking to solidify their standing, while the Buffaloes, with a 14-12 record, aimed to turn around a struggling season.
BYU's recent form heading into this game was a mixed bag, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They had shown a tendency to score heavily, averaging 85.3 points per game while allowing 83.8. Their last five games had seen them struggle slightly, posting a record of 1-4 with an average of 84.4 points scored and 89.2 points allowed. Notably, their most recent game before facing Colorado was a high-scoring victory against the Baylor Bears, where they won 99-94.
Conversely, Colorado entered the game with a record of 2-8 in their last ten outings, struggling significantly with an average of 69.8 points scored and 78.4 points allowed. Their recent form included a disappointing loss to Texas Tech, where they were defeated 44-78, highlighting their difficulties on the road, where they had not won in their last five games.
In terms of home and away performance, BYU had a solid home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Colorado's away struggles were evident, as they had not secured a victory in their last five road games. This fixture marked a continuation of their previous meeting in January 2025, where BYU emerged victorious with a score of 83-67.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor in this matchup, allowing both teams to field their regular lineups. The betting odds from DraftKings indicated that BYU was heavily favored, with a spread of -15.5 and a money line of -1800, while Colorado was listed at +1000. The total for the game was set at 161.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately proved accurate given the final score.
The game conditions were typical for a February evening in Utah, with a packed crowd at the Marriott Center creating an electric atmosphere. Fans were treated to a back-and-forth contest that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, particularly in the overtime period, where every point was crucial.
Key moments in the overtime included several free throws from both teams, with Robert Wright III and Barrington Hargress making significant contributions for BYU. The Cougars managed to maintain their composure under pressure, ultimately sealing the victory with clutch free throws in the closing moments.
Overall, this matchup was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with BYU managing to secure a hard-fought victory over Colorado, further complicating the Buffaloes' season as they look to regroup and find a winning formula.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BYU -15.5 | 161.5 o -115 / u -105 | Colorado Buffaloes +1000 · BYU Cougars -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsRobert Wright III39BYU Cougars
- AssistsAJ Dybantsa8BYU Cougars
- ReboundsAJ Dybantsa13BYU Cougars
- PointsIsaiah Johnson27Colorado Buffaloes
- AssistsSebastian Rancik6Colorado Buffaloes
- ReboundsSebastian Rancik10Colorado Buffaloes
Recent form
BYU Cougars
Last 10: 5-5Streak W185.3 scored · 83.8 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W99-94at Baylor BearsFeb 11
- L66-77vs Houston CougarsFeb 8
- L92-99at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 5
- L82-90at Kansas JayhawksJan 31
- L83-86vs Arizona WildcatsJan 27
- W91-78vs Utah UtesJan 24
- L71-84at Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 18
- W76-70vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 15
- W89-84at Utah UtesJan 11
- W104-76vs Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 8
Colorado Buffaloes
Last 10: 2-8Streak L169.8 scored · 78.4 allowed per game0-5 away
- L44-78at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 12
- W78-70vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 8
- L67-86at Baylor BearsFeb 5
- W87-61vs TCU Horned FrogsFeb 1
- L67-97at Iowa State CyclonesJan 30
- L86-95vs UCF KnightsJan 24
- L69-75vs Kansas JayhawksJan 21
- L61-72at West Virginia MountaineersJan 17
- L68-77at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 15
- L71-73vs Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Colorado Buffaloes | BYU Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-75 | 29-62 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-32 | 11-22 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 50 |
| Free throws | 11-18 | 21-27 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 38 |
| Assists | 18 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 30 |
| Fouls | 21 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 21 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half56-53Sebastian Rancik makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55AJ Dybantsa makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-55Alon Michaeli makes layup (Isaiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half58-58Kennard Davis Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (AJ Dybantsa assists)
- 2nd Half58-60Robert Wright III makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-60Jalin Holland makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half60-61AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-62AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-65Robert Wright III makes 25-foot three point jumper (AJ Dybantsa assists)
- 2nd Half62-65Bangot Dak makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Isaiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half62-66Abdullah Ahmed makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-69Robert Wright III makes 25-foot three point jumper (AJ Dybantsa assists)
- 2nd Half64-69Josiah Sanders makes layup (Barrington Hargress assists)
- 2nd Half64-71AJ Dybantsa makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-71Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Isaiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-71Barrington Hargress makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half69-73Robert Wright III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-73Isaiah Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-75Robert Wright III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-76Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half74-76Isaiah Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sebastian Rancik assists)
- 2nd Half74-77Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-78Robert Wright III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-78Bangot Dak makes 13-foot jumper (Jalin Holland assists)
- 2nd Half78-78Isaiah Johnson makes driving layup
- OT78-80Robert Wright III makes 8-foot jumper
- OT80-80Isaiah Johnson makes 10-foot jumper
- OT80-82Kennard Davis Jr. makes driving layup (Robert Wright III assists)
- OT81-82Sebastian Rancik makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-82Sebastian Rancik makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT82-85Aleksej Kostić makes 24-foot three point jumper (Robert Wright III assists)
- OT82-86Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-87AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT83-87Barrington Hargress makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT84-87Barrington Hargress makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT84-88Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT84-89Robert Wright III makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT86-89Isaiah Johnson makes driving layup
- OT86-90Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours BYU Cougars, below favours Colorado Buffaloes.
Venue
- Marriott CenterProvo, UT
- Attendance18163
- OfficialsBret Smith, Edwin Young, Chance Moore
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