PALM DESERT, Calif. (Interstat) — Colorado remained undefeated Friday afternoon, pulling away from Washington for an 81-68 men’s basketball victory at Acrisure Arena. The Buffaloes improved to 7-0, while the Huskies fell to 5-2.

Colorado built a commanding 47-30 halftime lead and maintained control despite a stronger second half from Washington. Bangot Dak led the Buffaloes with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Quimari Peterson scored a game-high 18 points for the Huskies in the loss. Colorado was more efficient offensively and capitalized at the free-throw line, making 23 attempts to Washington’s 14.