The Boise State men’s basketball team is set to return to ExtraMile Arena for a matchup against Duquesne following a noteworthy road victory over Butler. The teams will meet at 7 p.m. Mountain time on Wednesday, with both schools entering the game with identical records of 6-3.
After a challenging experience at the Maui Invitational, where the Broncos posted a 1-2 record, they bounced back impressively against Butler, securing a 77-68 win. This success was fueled by a standout performance from Dylan Andrews, who scored 20 points, helping the Broncos pull away for the victory.
Head coach Leon Rice emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and consistency throughout the season. “It’s always about the response, and you’ve got to respond to the good things as fast as you respond to the bad things. That’s the basketball season,” he said. Rice reiterated that the team is dedicated to sticking to their fundamentals as they prepare for the upcoming game against Duquesne, even with a notable matchup against Saint Mary’s looming.
Boise State is projected to be 13.5-point favorites against the Dukes, with Rice urging his players to be prepared for the challenges presented by the Duquesne squad. “You must be able to be consistent night after night, because you’re going to play good teams everywhere you turn,” Rice stated, underscoring the significance of the game and its implications for the team’s trajectory.
Duquesne has established itself as a fast-paced team, rated No. 26 in the nation according to KenPom’s tempo metric. The Dukes are led by senior guard Tarence Guinyard, a transfer from UT Martin, who averages 17 points, 5.3 assists, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game. Other key contributors include John Hugley IV and Jimmie Williams, who average 15.9 and 14 points respectively.
For Boise State, the offensive landscape is shaped by several balanced scorers, including Andrew Meadow, Dylan Andrews, Drew Fielder, and Javan Buchanan, all of whom contribute significantly to the team’s scoring and rebounding efforts.
Fans eager to catch the game can tune into the Mountain West Network for live coverage as both teams vie for momentum ahead of the approaching conference play.
