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The Utah Runnin' Utes edged out a thrilling overtime victory against in-state rival BYU, 73-72, on Saturday night, led by Ezra Ausar’s career-high 26 points

T he Runnin' Utes earned their first Big 12 conference win in dominant fashion, defeating Oklahoma State 83-62 at the Huntsman Center. The victory was powered by a stellar perform

The Utes controlled the game from the get-go after having played from behind much of their short Big 12 history. Utah stormed out to a 12-0 lead thanks in large part to six quick points from Ausar and stifled any Oklahoma State hopes for a comeback by shooting lights out while holding the Cowboys in check.

Coach Steve Lutz and the Oklahoma State Cowboys hit the road to face coach Craig Smith and the Utah Utes on Saturday night.

The Utes pushed out to a 12-0 lead and led by as many as 16 points before taking a 37-26 lead into halftime. Ausar scored half of those 12 points to start the game, while Lovering, Gabe Madsen and Mike Sharavjamts also added two points each.

SALT LAKE CITY — Ezra Ausar had a season-high 21 points, sophomores Keanu Dawes and Jake Wahlin both scored a career-best 16, and Utah rolled past Oklahoma State 83-62 on Saturday night for its first Big 12 Conference victory.

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Ezra Ausar scored a career-high 26 points on 11-of-15 shooting and Hunter Erickson scored Utah's last six points to help the Runnin' Utes beat BYU 73-72 in overtime.

Utah's victory was characterized by aggressive play, efficient ball movement, and lockdown defense. The Utes capitalized on Oklahoma State’s offensive struggles, particularly in the paint ...

Ezra Ausar led the Utes with a season-high 21 points, shooting 7 of 12 from the field and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line. Wahlin scored a career-high 16 points on 5 of 5 shooting, including three second-half 3-pointers as he found success working the perimeter.