The Colorado Buffaloes were among the surprises of championship week, as they rolled through the Pac-12 Tournament to claim the league title and automatic NCAA Tournament bid. Prior to the start of the league tournament, the Buffaloes were not likely to receive an NCAA bid.

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But here they are, and the 11-seed Buffs have a chance to keep the winning streak going against No. 6 seed UNLV in their NCAA Tournament opener on Thursday night.

Game Date & Time: Thursday, March 15, approx. 8:00 p.m. MT

TV: truTV

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