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Boise State Broncos Stumble as Utah State Aggies Surge Ahead at ExtraMile Arena

The Boise State Broncos faced a challenging encounter against the Utah State Aggies, resulting in a 93-68 defeat at the ExtraMile Arena. This outcome left the Broncos with a record of 0-1, while the Aggies improved to 1-0.


Mar 16, 2023; Sacramento, CA, USA; Boise State Broncos guard Marcus Shaver Jr. (10) reacts on the floor to an apparent injury in the first half against the Northwestern Wildcats at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


The first half saw the Aggies take control early, scoring 46 points compared to the Broncos' 23. The home team struggled with their shooting accuracy, managing only a field goal percentage of 37 percent. Despite efforts from players like Dominic Parolin and Pearson Carmichael, who contributed significantly on both ends of the court, Boise's offense couldn't keep pace with Utah State's efficient play.


Second Half


In the second half, Boise attempted to mount a comeback by increasing their offensive output to score 45 points. Dylan Andrews led this effort with his aggressive playstyle and scoring ability. However, it wasn't enough as Utah continued their dominance by adding another 47 points to their tally. The Aggies' effective field goal percentage stood at an impressive 66 percent for the game.


Boise State Broncos vs Utah State Aggies match summary


Utah's defense also played a crucial role in maintaining their lead throughout both halves by forcing turnovers and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities. The visitors recorded six steals and converted these into valuable points off turnovers.


Final Thoughts


Reflecting on this Boise State Broncos vs Utah State Aggies scoreline review reveals areas for improvement for Boise in terms of defensive coordination and shooting efficiency. As they prepare for future games, focusing on these aspects will be essential.


Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game featuring Boise against UNLV Runnin' Rebels scheduled for January 13th at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas at 11:00 PM EST on CBS Sports Network.


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