- Matchup: Utah Tech Trailblazers vs Santa Clara Broncos
- Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
- Venue: Leavey Center, Santa Clara, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Wednesday evening, the Leavey Center will host a matchup where the Santa Clara Broncos (7-1) take on the Utah Tech Trailblazers (5-5).
In their latest matchup, the Utah Tech Trailblazers triumphed over UC Riverside with a score of 77-69. The Trailblazers showcased a solid performance, achieving a 52.8% shooting percentage (28 of 53) and sinking 6 of 15 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, they converted 15 of 18 shots for an impressive 83.3%. Utah Tech recorded 24 rebounds, including 4 offensive, and dished out 14 assists during the game. Defensively, they forced 11 turnovers and registered 6 steals, though they allowed UC Riverside to shoot 50.0% from the field (26 of 52). The opponent managed 25 rebounds (8 offensive, 17 defensive) while recording just 2 steals and no blocks. UC Riverside finished 12 of 17 (70.6%) from the charity stripe and hit 5 of 19 shots from beyond the arc. Both teams committed 15 personal fouls during the match.
Ethan Potter was a standout performer, finishing the game with 26 points on 11 of 19 shooting, contributing with 1 assist, and gathering 3 rebounds in 31 minutes of play.
The Trailblazers enter this game with a 5-5 record for the season. Averaging 77.8 points per game (ranked 180th nationally), they shoot 45.7% from the field and 28.3% on three-pointers (69 of 244). From the free-throw line, they register 71.6%. As a team, Utah Tech secures an average of 36.0 rebounds and has compiled 126 assists this season, ranking them 97th in Division 1 for team assists. They commit 11.9 turnovers and average 17.0 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Trailblazers force 14.0 turnovers per game and average 18.7 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 27.7% from three-point territory and rank 170th in points allowed per game (72.5). Their defensive shooting percentage is 43.1%, with opponents shooting 260 of 603, and they give up an average of 37.2 rebounds, ranking 263rd in assists allowed with a total of 113 this season.
In their previous game, the Santa Clara Broncos claimed victory against Minnesota, finishing 86-75. They secured 19 defensive rebounds and 5 offensive rebounds, culminating in a total of 24. The Broncos recorded 10 turnovers while accruing 6 steals. With Minnesota committing 12 personal fouls, Santa Clara had 11 free throw attempts, making 8, resulting in a shooting accuracy of 72.7%. Additionally, they excelled from beyond the arc, making 16 of 31 attempts (51.6%). At the end of the game, the Broncos shot 31 of 57 from the field, achieving a stellar shooting percentage of 54.4%. Defensively, they restricted Minnesota to a 43.6% shooting percentage by allowing 24 of 55 attempts and conceded 30 rebounds (10 offensive).
Christian Hammond played a crucial role for the Broncos, scoring 20 points in 26 minutes, dishing out 2 assists, and shooting 66.7% from the field after hitting 8 of 12 shots while grabbing 2 rebounds.
Santa Clara boasts a strong 7-1 record this season. Offensively, they are shooting 46.2% from the field, ranking 152nd nationally, and have notched 647 total points (80.9 points per game). They average 39.8 rebounds and distribute 18.4 assists each game (35th in the nation), with an average of 10.5 turnovers. The Broncos incur 19.8 personal fouls per game while shooting 67.2% from the free throw line.
On the defensive end, Santa Clara ranks 30th in the nation in points allowed per game (64.4). They force an average of 14.0 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 38.7% from the field (44th nationally). Their defense restricts opposing teams to 27.7% on three-point attempts (44 of 159) while permitting a 74.5% success rate at the free throw line. They allow an average of 13.8 assists and 32.4 rebounds per game, ranking 214th and 85th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will triumph in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Selection: Opt for Utah Tech
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