Sharpe injured his left knee during preseason workouts. He is scheduled to undergo a microfracture procedure Thursday morning.
The 6-foot-1, 200-pound guard from Corona, Calif., is one of four true freshmen on the roster this season.
The Buffaloes start the regular season Nov. 13 at home against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
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