Why the Buffs won: The Buffs used solid defense to hold Baylor to a .362 mark, and CU’s big second half included a .583 shooting percentage with only five turnovers.

Three stars

1. CU’s Andrej Jakimovski. Posted a solid all-around game with 17 points, seven rebounds and a season-high five assists, while also leading the defensive effort against Baylor’s future NBA Draft pick, VJ Edgecombe.

2. Baylor’s Norchad Omier. Recorded his 15th double-double of the season with 18 points and 13 rebounds, adding a pair of blocked shots.

3. CU’s RJ Smith. Played a steady game in the backcourt, going 5-for-8 with 13 points, two rebounds, two assists and no turnovers.

Up next: CU will attempt to keep the home momentum rolling on Monday night against No. 23 Kansas (9 p.m., ESPN).