Utah State Aggies Host Boise State Broncos in Key MWC Showdown

The Utah State Aggies (15-1, 5-0 MWC) will look to extend their five-game winning streak as they host the Boise State Broncos (12-4, 4-1 MWC) on January 11, 2025, at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum in Logan, Utah. The matchup is a pivotal game in the Mountain West Conference (MWC) race, with both teams vying for conference supremacy.

Utah State enters the game fresh off an 85-78 victory over San Jose State on Tuesday. Sophomore guard Mason Falslev led the Aggies with a team-high 17 points, along with four assists and seven rebounds. The Aggies’ balanced offense and strong defensive presence have been key to their success this season.

Boise State, meanwhile, comes into the contest riding high after an 81-59 win over UNLV on Tuesday. Junior forward Tyson Degenhart was the standout performer, scoring 21 points to lead the Broncos. Boise State’s aggressive defense and efficient shooting have made them a formidable opponent in the MWC.

The game is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 PM MST and will be broadcast on ESPN2. Fans are expected to pack the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum, known for its raucous atmosphere, as the Aggies aim to maintain their perfect home record this season.

This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams this season. Last year, Utah State swept the series, but Boise State has shown significant improvement under head coach Leon Rice. Both teams are ranked in the top 25 nationally, adding extra weight to the contest.

Utah State head coach Danny Sprinkle emphasized the importance of the game in a pre-match press conference. ‘Boise State is a tough, well-coached team. We know we have to bring our A-game to come out on top,’ Sprinkle said.

Boise State’s Degenhart echoed the sentiment, stating, ‘We’ve been preparing for this all week. Utah State is a great team, but we’re ready to compete.’

With both teams boasting strong records and high stakes in the MWC standings, this game is expected to be a closely contested battle. The outcome could have significant implications for postseason seeding and conference tournament positioning.