Why the Buffs lost: This one was lost on the glass, as Houston outrebounded the Buffs 38-26 while posting an 18-7 edge in second-chance points.

Three stars

1. UH’s J’Wan Roberts. CU had no answer defensively, as Roberts went 9-for-11 with a team-high 20 points.

2. CU’s Julian Hammond III. The senior guard hit a career-high five 3-pointers to keep the Buffs close, finishing with a game-high 22 points.

3. UH’s Terrance Arceneaux. Scored 13 of his 15 points in the second half and also grabbed five rebounds.

Up next: CU faces another ranked foe, this time on the road, as the Buffs visit No. 16 Kansas on Tuesday (7 p.m., ESPN2).