Arizona Women's Basketball Faces Tough Test Against Colorado

Wildcats look to avoid foul trouble and turnovers against balanced Buffaloes squad

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The Arizona Wildcats women's basketball team faces a tough challenge as they host the Colorado Buffaloes on Tuesday. In their previous matchup, Colorado was able to get to the free-throw line frequently and limit Arizona's scoring options, leading to a 19-point victory. The Wildcats will need to improve their ball-handling and discipline to avoid foul trouble against the athletic Buffaloes squad.

Why it matters

This game is an important conference matchup for both teams as they look to position themselves for postseason play. Arizona is seeking its third conference win, while Colorado is aiming for its 20th win of the season and a step closer to its fifth straight 20-win campaign.

The details

In the previous meeting, Colorado shot 25 free throws, making 19, which accounted for the entire margin of victory. The Buffaloes were also able to limit Arizona's scoring options, with only Micky Perdue and a few other players making significant contributions. Arizona will need to find a way to limit Colorado's trips to the free-throw line and get more balanced scoring to have a chance at the upset.

  • The game will be played on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6 p.m. MST.
  • The teams previously met on January 1, 2026 in Boulder, with Colorado winning by 19 points.

The players

Micky Perdue

Arizona's leading scorer, who had 22 points in the previous matchup against Colorado.

Tanyuel Welch

Showed she can be effective against athletic teams, scoring 12 points with 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal in the previous game.

Lani Cornfield

One of Arizona's best players, averaging 5.8 assists per game in conference play, but has struggled with turnovers against tougher competition.

Daniah Trammell

Fouled out in 19 minutes in the previous matchup against Colorado.

Blessing 'Adde' Adebanjo

Disqualified after 12 minutes on the court in the previous game against Colorado.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This game will be a tough test for the Arizona Wildcats, who need to improve their ball-handling, discipline, and scoring balance to have a chance against the athletic and balanced Colorado Buffaloes squad. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams' postseason aspirations.