Inside the visitor’s locker room at United Supermarkets Arena, University of Houston players sprayed water in the air, waved towels and began an impromptu dance celebration. Then came the chant that has become a familiar sing-along the past two seasons.

The Jayhawks started the year living up to their preseason No. 1 ranking. Wins over Duke, Michigan State, and North Carolina had everyone buzzing. That Duke victory might still be one of the best wins in college basketball this season. Kansas looked dominant—until they didn’t.

From the opening tip, Colorado had no answers for Dickinson’s presence inside. He bullied defenders in the paint, showcased his footwork, and finished at an elite level around the rim. No matter what the Buffaloes tried, Dickinson continued to impose his will.