Boise State Defeats Utah Valley 85-63 Behind Rice’s 22 Points

Seattle Sports

The Boise State Broncos had a big win on Saturday night, defeating the Utah Valley Wolverines 85-63. The Broncos were led by Derrick Rice, who scored 22 points and was a major factor in the victory.

The Broncos started off strong, taking a 10-point lead at the end of the first half. They continued to dominate throughout the game, outscoring the Wolverines by double digits in both the second and third quarters. Boise State was able to maintain their lead throughout the fourth quarter, ultimately winning by 22 points.

Rice was the star of the night for the Broncos, shooting 8-of-14 from the field and 4-of-7 from three-point range. He also had four assists and two steals, helping the Broncos to a dominant victory. He was supported by Justinian Jessup, who had 18 points and six rebounds, and RJ Williams, who had 13 points and five rebounds.

The Broncos’ defense was also key to their success, limiting the Wolverines to just 63 points on 34.5 percent shooting from the field. Boise State was able to force 16 turnovers and outrebounded Utah Valley 37-29.

The win was a big one for Boise State, as it improved their record to 8-3 on the season. They will look to continue their success in their next game against Air Force on Wednesday. With Rice leading the way, the Broncos have a good chance of continuing their winning streak.

Boise State Defeats Utah Valley 85-63 Behind Rice's 22 Points