Boise State Broncos Outrun Butler Bulldogs with Second Half Surge

First Half

The Boise State Broncos faced off against the Butler Bulldogs in a tightly contested game at Hinkle Fieldhouse. The first half saw both teams exchanging leads, with the Broncos managing to secure a narrow advantage by scoring 33 points compared to the Bulldogs' 31. The Broncos demonstrated their defensive prowess with 4 blocks and 5 steals, while also drawing 17 fouls from their opponents.

Second Half

In the second half, the Broncos turned up the heat, outscoring the Bulldogs by an impressive margin. With a total of 44 points in this period alone, they extended their lead and secured a victory with a final score of 77-68. Key contributions came from Pearson Carmichael and Drew Fielder who were instrumental in maintaining offensive pressure. Carmichael's efficiency was notable as he converted on crucial field goals while Fielder's presence in the paint was felt through his rebounding efforts.

Game Highlights

The game featured several pivotal moments including a significant run where Boise State scored nine unanswered points which shifted momentum firmly in their favor. Their ability to capitalize on turnovers was evident as they managed to score 13 points off such opportunities.

On defense, Boise State limited Butler's effectiveness beyond the arc, holding them to just four successful three-point shots out of eighteen attempts. Despite Butler’s strong performance inside with an impressive field goal percentage at rim level (72 percent), it wasn't enough to overcome Boise State’s balanced attack.

Looking Ahead

Following this victory over Butler Bulldogs, which improved their record to an undisclosed number-number format due to article constraints, fans can look forward to more action as Boise State prepares for its next challenge against Duquesne Dukes at ExtraMile Arena on December 10th at 9:00 PM EDT. This upcoming match will be available for viewing via MW Network online broadcast.

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