BOULDER — Colorado coach Tad Boyle knew his young Buffaloes would endure some growing pains this season.
But the Buffaloes barely escaped a very painful season opener Tuesday, overcoming a 13-point second-half deficit to force overtime, then outscoring Montana State 14-10 in the extra period for a 94-90 victory at the CU Events Center.
Colorado scored the last five points of regulation to tie the game at 80-80, then scored the first five points of the extra period to take control and secure the win.
Keeshawn Barthelemy led five Buffs in double figures with 19 points.