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Can Utah Utes Conquer the Galen Center Against USC Trojans?

As the Utah Utes prepare to face off against the USC Trojans at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance on an away court. The upcoming game, scheduled for February 16th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in college basketball.


Jan 14, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Utah Utes guard Gabe Madsen (55) battles for the ball with Southern California Trojans forward VIncent Iwuchukwu (3), guard Boogie Ellis (5) and guard Reese Dixon-Waters (2) in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Utes have been on a commendable run, showcasing a robust offense and solid defense in their recent games. Their victory over Bellarmine Knights was particularly dominant with an 85-43 scoreline. The team excelled with a field goal percentage of fifty and converted forty-one percent from beyond the arc. Their defensive prowess was evident as they racked up eight blocks and fourteen steals while maintaining an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.7.


Continuing this trend, the Utes defeated Utah Valley Wolverines with a score of 76-62. Once again, they shot fifty percent from the field and were impressive from three-point range at forty-five percent accuracy. Despite seventeen turnovers, they managed to keep their assists high at twenty-three.


January 14, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans forward Kobe Johnson (0) battles for the ball with Utah Utes guard Rollie Worster (25) and center Branden Carlson (35) in the second half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

In another close contest against BYU Cougars ranked fourteenth nationally, Utah emerged victorious with a final score of 73-69. They maintained high shooting efficiency with forty-nine percent from the field and sixty-four percent for two-point attempts.


Playing away at Galen Center could pose challenges; however, if past performances are any indicators, Utah is well-equipped to handle pressure situations. Fans can expect them to leverage their scoring efficiency and defensive tactics while aiming to control turnovers which have occasionally blighted otherwise sterling displays.


Jan 14, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Malik Thomas (1) and Utah Utes guard Gabe Madsen (55) battle for the ball in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The game will be broadcasted nationally on Fox Sports 1 (channel 219), allowing fans across the country to tune in for what is expected to be an enthralling matchup between these two competitive teams.

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