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Mar 28, 2024; Albany, NY, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach JR Payne answers questions during the press conference prior to their NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at MVP Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

After a solid start to the offseason for the Colorado Buffaloes and coach JR Payne, it is time to take an early look at their NCAA Tournament Projection.

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After a solid start to the offseason for the Colorado Buffaloes and coach JR Payne, it is time to take an early look at their NCAA Tournament Projection.

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Mar 3, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle watches play against the Utah Utes during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center.

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With several holes in the frontcourt after transfer portal activity, the Colorado Buffaloes and coach Tad Boyle have made yet another addition after signing former Charlotte forward David Gomez.

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle reacts in the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Heading into 2026, the NCAA Tournament field is reportedly expected to expand in both the men's and women's brackets, impacting the Colorado Buffaloes directly.

Feb 4, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle reacts on the sideline during the first half against the Baylor Bears at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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Throughout this offseason, the Colorado Buffaloes and coach Tad Boyle need to add depth across the roster, especially in the front court.

Jan 29, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes landed a commitment from the transfer portal's leading rebounder, former UNC Greensboro forward Justin Neely.

Feb 25, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle calls out from the bench in the first half against the Kansas State Wildcats at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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An overview of Colorado’s roster after their list of outgoing transfers hit double-digits.

Feb 24, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle reacts in the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado hosted the nation’s second-leading rebounder on a crucial transfer visit.

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The Colorado Buffaloes have major holes to fill, so here are three potential forwards Coach Tad Boyle could consider adding through the transfer portal.

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Bangot Dak (8) on the bench in the second half against the Arizona Wildcats at the CU Events Center.

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Former Colorado Buffaloes stars Sebastian Rancik and Bangot Dak have made their transfer portal commitments.

Mar 6, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach JR Payne reacts to a play against the Baylor Bears during the first half at T-Mobile Center.

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Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball landed a top-tier transfer from the Patriot League as their fifth addition of the offseason.

Feb 21, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle calls out in the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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As the Buffaloes’ transfer portal activity ramps up, they are set to host a young forward from across the Big 12 conference.

Dec 6, 2025; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle looks on in the first half against the Colorado State Rams at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes landed their first transfer portal addition, beefing up their frontcourt in the process.

Feb 11, 2026; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Sebastian Rancik (7) during a time out in the first half of the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

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In addition to other visits to FSU and BYU, Colorado Buffaloes forward Sebastian Rancik has decided to evaluate an option in the SEC as he makes his final decision on where he will play in 2026.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Jr. Payne yells out during the second round game of the Big 12 Tournament inside T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

A highly productive mid-major forward and a solid Power Four role player committed to Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball on Sunday.

Feb 21, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Sebastian Rancik (7) passes the ball in the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the CU Events Center.

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After deciding to enter the transfer portal, Colorado Buffaloes forward Sebastian Rancik has three visits lined up to help him decide where he will play for the 2026 season.

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Coach JR Payne's Colorado Buffaloes made their second transfer portal addition of the offseason on Tuesday.

Feb 25, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Bangot Dak (8) during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Following his decision to enter the transfer portal, former Colorado Buffaloes forward Bangot Dak could have significant interest.

Jan 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes guard Jalin Holland (11) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes will be getting freshmen guards Jalin Holland, Ian Inman, and Josiah Sanders back for another season in Boulder.

Jan 20, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado men's basketball coach Tad Boyle had high praise for the Buffs' returning big-three.

Mar 3, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes guard Isaiah Johnson (2) reacts to a play against the Utah Utes by guard Josiah Sanders (5) during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center.

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Former Colorado Buffaloes guard Isaiah Johnson's fit with the Texas Longhorns out of the transfer portal.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Jr. Payne applauds players during the second round game of the Big 12 Tournament inside T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

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Last season's American Conference Freshman of the Year has joined Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball through the transfer portal.

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle talks to his players in the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at the CU Events Center.

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Three freshman guards announced they're staying with Colorado Buffaloes men's basketball for next season.

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Jr. Payne watches the run of play against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

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If the Colorado Buffaloes want to repeat their success from a year ago, there are a few areas that have to be addressed in the transfer portal.

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The Colorado Buffaloes have experienced several departures to the transfer and looking ahead to 2026 there are major needs coach Tad Boyle and the Buffaloes have to address.

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The Colorado Buffaloes have lost a few important players following the 2025 season, but coach Tad Boyle appears to be optimistic.