Boise State Broncos Defeat Butler Bulldogs 77-68
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Hinkle Fieldhouse
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Who won Boise State Broncos vs Butler Bulldogs?
Boise State Broncos beat Butler Bulldogs 77-68 at Hinkle Fieldhouse on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Boise State Broncos vs Butler Bulldogs?
Butler Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a compelling matchup at Hinkle Fieldhouse, the Boise State Broncos secured a 77-68 victory over the Butler Bulldogs. This game showcased the Broncos' ability to perform well on the road, improving their away record to 3-1, while Butler's home record remained strong at 5-1 despite the loss.
Boise State entered the game with a record of 6-3 and a recent form that included a win in their last outing against the Chaminade Silverswords, where they won decisively 102-76. In their last ten games, they held a record of 6-4, averaging 75.5 points scored and allowing 70.3 points per game. Their recent performance showed a slight improvement, with an average of 72.6 points scored and 68.8 points allowed over their last five games.
On the other hand, Butler Bulldogs boasted a strong home record of 7-2 prior to this game, having won four consecutive matches leading up to this fixture. Their overall record stood at 8-2, with an impressive scoring average of 85.2 points per game and allowing 72.0 points. However, their last five games reflected a slight dip in scoring, averaging 84.4 points while allowing 73.8 points.
The matchup was significant not just for the standings but also for the contrasting styles of play. Boise State's ability to score effectively on the road was put to the test against Butler's high-scoring offense. The Broncos managed to execute their game plan effectively, leading to a successful outing.
The odds for the game, provided by DraftKings, indicated Butler as the favorite with a spread of -2.5, while the total was set at 148.5. The moneyline showed Butler at -162 and Boise State at 136, reflecting the expectations around the game.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams have been relatively healthy, allowing them to field their strongest lineups.
The conditions at Hinkle Fieldhouse were conducive to a competitive game, with a lively atmosphere that often accompanies college basketball fixtures. Fans witnessed a closely contested battle, with Boise State pulling away in the second half.
Key moments in the second half included multiple free throws by Dylan Andrews, who helped maintain Boise State's lead. The Broncos capitalized on their opportunities, with timely scoring plays that kept Butler at bay. Despite Butler's efforts to close the gap, including a three-point jumper from Evan Haywood, they could not overcome the deficit as Boise State continued to execute under pressure.
Overall, this game highlighted Boise State's resilience and capability to perform away from home, while Butler will need to regroup and address their scoring challenges after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BTLR -2.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | Boise State Broncos +136 · Butler Bulldogs -162 |
Leaders
- PointsMichael Ajayi16Butler Bulldogs
- AssistsMichael Ajayi3Butler Bulldogs
- ReboundsMichael Ajayi8Butler Bulldogs
- PointsDylan Andrews20Boise State Broncos
- AssistsDylan Andrews4Boise State Broncos
- ReboundsDominic Parolin10Boise State Broncos
Recent form
Butler Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W485.2 scored · 72 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W84-68vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 3
- W94-69vs Wright State RaidersNov 28
- W80-73at Virginia CavaliersNov 23
- W79-72at South Carolina GamecocksNov 21
- L85-87at SMU MustangsNov 15
- W98-66vs Chicago State CougarsNov 12
- W112-80vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 8
- W88-58vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 6
- L57-78at St. John's Red StormMar 13
- W75-69at Providence FriarsMar 12
Boise State Broncos
Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.5 scored · 70.3 allowed per game2-1 away
- W102-76at Chaminade SilverswordsNov 27
- L70-81vs NC State WolfpackNov 25
- L67-70vs USC TrojansNov 24
- W62-59vs Wichita State ShockersNov 19
- W62-58vs Montana State BobcatsNov 15
- W85-65vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 12
- W101-77vs Utah Valley WolverinesNov 8
- L78-79vs Hawaiʻi Pacific Sea WarriorsNov 4
- L56-69at Colorado State RamsMar 15
- W72-69at New Mexico LobosMar 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Boise State Broncos | Butler Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-63 | 27-60 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 4-18 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 22 |
| Free throws | 21-26 | 10-17 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 22 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 42 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 64 | 30 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-46Drayton Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-46Javan Buchanan made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-46Andrew Meadow made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-46Andrew Meadow made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-46Javan Buchanan made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-46Pearson Carmichael made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-46Pearson Carmichael made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-48Michael Ajayi made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-48Dominic Parolin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-48Dominic Parolin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-48Dominic Parolin made Layup. Assisted by RJ Keene II.
- 2nd Half54-48Aginaldo Neto made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-50Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-51Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-51Drew Fielder made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-51Pearson Carmichael made Layup. Assisted by Javan Buchanan.
- 2nd Half58-52Michael Ajayi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-54Finley Bizjack made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-54Dylan Andrews made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-56Drayton Jones made Dunk. Assisted by Azavier Robinson.
- 2nd Half61-56Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-56Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-58Yame Butler made Layup. Assisted by Finley Bizjack.
- 2nd Half62-61Michael Ajayi made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yohan Traore.
- 2nd Half64-61Drew Fielder made Dunk. Assisted by RJ Keene II.
- 2nd Half66-61Dominic Parolin made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-61Dominic Parolin made Layup. Assisted by RJ Keene II.
- 2nd Half69-61Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-61Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-61Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-62Michael Ajayi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-63Michael Ajayi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-63Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-63Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-66Evan Haywood made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yame Butler.
- 2nd Half74-66Aginaldo Neto made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-66Aginaldo Neto made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-68Finley Bizjack made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-68Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-68Dylan Andrews made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Butler Bulldogs, below favours Boise State Broncos.
Venue
- Hinkle FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance7422
- OfficialsPat Driscoll, Tim Smith, Justin Albrecht
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