The Utah men’s basketball team fell short in a close game against West Virginia on Senior Night, losing 71-69. Despite taking the lead in the second half, the Utes were outplayed down the stretch by the Mountaineers. West Virginia’s Javon Small played a key role in the victory, scoring 18 points, leading his team to a crucial win to maintain NCAA tournament hopes. The Utes struggled with turnovers, giving up 16 possessions compared to West Virginia’s 12. Utah’s Gabe Madsen led all scorers with 23 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. The loss leaves the Utes in 11th place in the Big 12 standings with one game remaining. Interim coach Josh Eilert emphasized the importance of regrouping and staying focused as they prepare for their next game against BYU. Despite the disappointing result, the team remains determined to finish the season strong amidst the challenges of playing without their head coach.
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