NEWSLETTER
The Utah Valley Wolverines (25-7, 15-3 WAC) will attempt to extend a seven-game home winning streak when they take on the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (21-11, 12-6 WAC) on March 10, 2023 at Orleans Arena.
In its previous game, Utah Valley topped Tarleton State on Thursday, 72-58. Justin Harmon scored a team-high 23 points (and chipped in one assist and two rebounds). Southern Utah was victorious in its previous game against Utah Tech, 76-75, on Thursday. Jason Spurgin was its top scorer with 19 points.
When is Utah Valley vs. Southern Utah and when does it start?
This game between the Wolverines and Thunderbirds will take place on Friday, March 10, 2023. You can expect the opening tip at 11:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Utah Valley vs. Southern Utah
The Wolverines and Thunderbirds will take to the floor at Orleans Arena for this matchup on March 10, and if you would like to see the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Utah Valley Wolverines vs. Southern Utah Thunderbirds Game Preview
Utah Valley Stats, Odds & Insights
Utah Valley outscores opponents by 9.3 points per game (scoring 76.6 per game to rank 58th in college basketball while allowing 67.3 per outing to rank 96th in college basketball) and has a +296 scoring differential overall.
The Wolverines are averaging 76.6 points, just 3.0 more than the 73.6 the Thunderbirds concede.
Utah Valley knocks down 6.5 three-pointers per game (282nd in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.1. It shoots 32.5% from deep while its opponents hit 31.3% from long range.
The Wolverines are putting up 84.0 points per game this year in home games, which is 13.9 more points than they’re averaging when playing on the road (70.1).
Utah Valley has seen an increase in scoring recently, putting up 76.8 points per game in its last 10 outings, 0.2 points more than the 76.6 it has scored this year.
Southern Utah Stats, Odds & Insights
Southern Utah has a +295 scoring differential, topping opponents by 9.2 points per game. It is putting up 82.8 points per game, fifth in college basketball, and is allowing 73.6 per contest to rank 281st in college basketball.
The Thunderbirds’ 82.8 points per game are 15.5 more than the Wolverines allow.
Southern Utah makes 8.2 three-pointers per game (95th in college basketball) at a 34.6% rate (160th in college basketball), compared to the 7.3 its opponents make, shooting 34.9% from beyond the arc.
The Thunderbirds are putting up more points at home (92.8 per game) than on the road (73.8).
Southern Utah is averaging 76.5 points per contest in its last 10 games, which is 6.3 fewer points than its average for the season (82.8).
Wolverines Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le’tre Darthard | 32 | 14.3 | 3.6 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.0 |
| Justin Harmon | 32 | 13.2 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.9 |
| Trey Woodbury | 32 | 12.9 | 5.5 | 4.4 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 1.7 |
| Aziz Bandaogo | 32 | 11.4 | 10.4 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.8 | 0.1 |
| Tim Fuller | 32 | 6.0 | 4.6 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 1.4 | 0.0 |
Thunderbirds Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tevian Jones | 31 | 17.5 | 4.5 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 2.4 |
| Maizen Fausett | 32 | 12.5 | 6.5 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 1.2 |
| Drake Allen | 32 | 11.3 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Harrison Butler | 32 | 11.1 | 6.7 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.0 |
| Jason Spurgin | 32 | 10.0 | 5.5 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 0.0 |
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