ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — Colorado couldn't contain Southern Illinois' 3-point shooters Friday and the Buffaloes dropped a 67-63 decision in the first round of the Paradise Jam.
The Buffs, who fell to 3-1 with the loss, will face Duquesne in a 3:45 p.m. game Saturday. Duquesne lost to Northeastern, 71-55, in its opener. The Salukis improved to 2-1 and will face Northeastern on Sunday.
Jabari Walker led CU with 16 points. Tristan da Silva added 15 points and 7 rebounds while Evan Battey and Keeshawn Barthelemy each had 12 points.