Boise State Broncos will face Butler Bulldogs this Saturday at 2 p.m. EST in Indianapolis. This matchup comes after a noteworthy performance by Drew Fielder, who scored 27 points in Boise State’s recent victory over Chaminade Silverswords, winning 102-76.
Boise State vs. Butler: Game Overview
The Boise State Broncos hold a record of 5-3 and are eager to secure their first true road victory. Meanwhile, the Butler Bulldogs boast a strong 7-1 record and have yet to lose at home, showing a perfect home record of 5-0.
Betting Information
The betting line from BETMGM Sportsbook favors Butler by 5.5 points, with an over/under set at 147.5 points.
Key Statistics and Performers
- Rebounding Leader: Butler is currently leading the Big East with an average of 39.6 rebounds per game, primarily driven by Michael Ajayi, who contributes 12.0 rebounds.
- Defensive Performance: Boise State ranks third in the Mountain West Conference with 24.6 defensive rebounds per game, led by Drew Fielder with 3.8.
- Three-Point Shooting: Butler makes an average of 9.0 three-pointers per game, which outpaces the 7.6 that Boise State allows.
- Scoring Averages: Boise State averages 78.4 points per game, while Butler limits opponents to 71.6 points per game.
Top Players
- Butler:
- Finley Bizjack – 19 points per game, 45.6% shooting from three-point range.
- Michael Ajayi – 16.3 points per game, with 48.4% shooting accuracy.
- Boise State:
- Andrew Meadow – 13.6 points per game.
- Javan Buchanan – 12.4 points per game.
This exciting matchup promises to showcase talent on both sides, with players stepping up for their teams. As the game approaches, fans can expect an interesting battle on the court.
