The Bulldogs did something against Utah they hadn't done all season, a result of extra weeks of practice, skill development and camaraderie.

The Bulldogs have had their struggles retaining players, but athletic director Grant Leiendecker shared with IndyStar why he's optimistic they are closing the gap.

The Boise State Broncos (25-10) face the Butler Bulldogs (15-19) on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET on Fox Sports 1. In the article below, we breakdown the Boise State vs. Butler odds and

Butler guard Finley Bizjack announced his decision to return for his junior season via social media Monday evening. Bizjack, a sophomore from Trophy Club, Texas, affirmed his commitment to the program. The 6-foot-4 guard entered the transfer portal after his freshman season, before reversing course and returning to the Bulldogs.

Butler visits the Boise State Broncos after Pierre Brooks scored 22 points in the Bulldogs' 86-84 victory against the Utah Utes.

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Mark Pope is going to have to replace a lot of great players from the Wildcats 2024-25 roster, but one player that will be the toughest to replace is Lamont But

Utah is the better rebounding team and is slightly better on defense. However, Butler is much more efficient and doesn't commit fouls, which is where Utah relies on a big part of its scoring. I will take Butler to win the opening game of this tournament.

Utah superfan Corey Chidester, who sat courtside decked out in a Utes uniform and hat, a Crown chain around his neck and stars and stripes goggles. Chidester said he's a Salt Lake City native and Las Vegas resident,