Utah Basketball Falls to BYU
On Saturday night in Provo, Utah’s men’s basketball team faced a tough loss against the No. 13 BYU Cougars, ending the game at 91-78.
Utah (9-11, 1-6 Big 12) started slowly but rallied to get close at one point, thanks to a three-pointer by Terrence Brown. This shot sparked a scoring run where the Utes made seven straight baskets. Don McHenry’s jumper gave Utah a brief lead at 28-26. However, BYU (17-2, 5-1 Big 12) quickly fought back, and Utah went into halftime trailing 42-37.
McHenry led Utah in the first half with 12 points, while teammate Keanu Dawes added 11 points and five rebounds. The Utes came out strong in the second half with a 5-0 run, narrowing the gap to just one point. But BYU regained control and pulled ahead significantly, shooting 60% from the field in this half.
Dawes finished the game with a career-high of 23 points, along with six rebounds. Brown contributed 22 points, and McHenry added 16, proving to be Utah’s top scorers.
Key Highlights
- With 23 points, Keanu Dawes set a new career-best, surpassing his previous high of 21.
- Utah excelled beyond the arc, making 13 three-pointers at a 62% success rate—its highest this season. In comparison, BYU made eight threes at 42%.
- The Utes were perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all six attempts.
Looking Ahead
Utah will be back home at the Jon M. Huntsman Center for their next game against Oklahoma State on Saturday, Jan. 31, at 4 p.m. (MST) on ESPN2. This game will be the eighth meeting between these two teams.
As fans gear up for upcoming games, it’s worth noting that ticket options are available. The Utes have some exciting matchups ahead and are hoping to improve their performance in the coming games.
The past few seasons have seen dramatic shifts in college basketball, particularly with teams like Utah trying to find their footing in a competitive landscape. Fan engagement on platforms like Twitter and Instagram highlights the evolving excitement surrounding the team, indicating that community support remains strong.
Basketball is not just about the scoreboard; it’s also about the passion fans and players share for the game. As Utah moves forward, they aim to capitalize on their skills and strategies, while the community rallies behind them.
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