Turning point: MTSU pulled within five points late in the first half, but CU closed the half on a 9-0 run to build a 14-point lead at the break. The Buffs never looked back from there.

Buff of the game: Frida Formann. The junior was sensational in scoring 21 points on 5-of-8 shooting from 3-point range. She also had five rebounds and two blocks.

What’s next?: Sixth-seeded Colorado will play third-seeded Duke on Monday in Durham.