First Half

The Utah Utes faced off against the BYU Cougars at the Jon M. Huntsman Center, with both teams entering the game eager to assert dominance. The first half saw a competitive exchange, with the Utes initially taking a 7-point lead. However, the Cougars quickly responded, showcasing their prowess in scoring within the paint and ending the half ahead at 45-43.

Jan 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) makes a driving layup during the first half against the Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

Terrence Brown was instrumental for Utah during this period, contributing significantly with his scoring ability and defensive efforts. His performance kept Utah within striking distance as they battled against BYU's aggressive offense.

Second Half

In the second half, both teams continued to push hard on offense. The Utes managed to keep up thanks to Don McHenry's impressive shooting accuracy from beyond the arc and his free throw precision. Despite these efforts, Utah struggled defensively against BYU's relentless attack inside.

Jan 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Utes guard Terrence Brown (2) dribbles the ball during the second half against the BYU Cougars at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

The Cougars capitalized on their opportunities in fast breaks and second-chance points, extending their lead further into double digits at one point. Their efficiency from two-point range proved crucial as they maintained control of key moments throughout this period.

Final Outcome

Ultimately, it was a closely contested match that ended with BYU securing an 89-84 victory over Utah. This result leaves Utah with a record of 0-1 while boosting BYU’s standing to 1-0 for this season.

Jan 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) controls the ball during the first half against the Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

For fans interested in detailed insights into player performances and team dynamics during this encounter can refer to our comprehensive post-game report on Utah Utes post-match stats which highlights individual contributions such as McHenry’s standout playmaking skills alongside Brown’s defensive impact across various metrics including rebounds per game average or field goal percentage achieved by each athlete involved today!

Looking ahead: The next challenge awaits when they face Texas Tech Red Raiders away from home scheduled January 14th starting promptly around nine o'clock Eastern Daylight Time broadcasted live via Peacock network accessible online through internet streaming services nationwide! Be sure not miss out catching all action unfold firsthand right there then!

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