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Utah
3 takeaways from Utah’s loss to Baylor
Utah ended its week with an 0-2 record against two of the most athletic teams it will face in the Big 12, as visiting Baylor came into the Huntsman Center and handed the Runnin’ Utes a 76-61 loss Saturday afternoon.
While Utah started the game strong and put forth a competitive effort through good portions of the contest, a particularly long drought in the first half was too much to overcome.
3 takeaways
Utah went nearly 10 minutes without a field goal. The Utes went as cold as they have all season — yes, worse than Wednesday’s loss to Houston — during a first-half stretch that saw them go from up seven to down by as many as 16 in the opening 20 minutes.
After the Utes led 11-4 on a Lawson Lovering layup with 16:35 in the first half, the Bears outscored Utah 30-7 over the next 11 minutes.
There was also a nearly 10-minute stretch wherein the Utes missed 13 straight field goals. Zach Keller’s made 3 with 13:10 in the half marked Utah’s last made field goal before 13 straight misses that was mercifully ended by a Miro Little 3 with 3:27 until halftime.
Utah ended up shooting 35.7% in the first half and 40% for the game
While the Utes were able to get nice games from Ezra Ausar (19 points, seven rebounds) and Little (12 points, eight rebounds, seven assists), they couldn’t come back from that early deficit.
VJ Edgecombe shows why he’s a projected lottery pick. True freshman wing VJ Edgecombe gave the visiting Bears a spark, particularly during that decisive first half.
He scored 14 points during the opening 20 minutes while shooting 5 of 10 from the field, and that helped Baylor take a 38-31 edge into halftime.
Utah struggled to contain Edgecombe, as he ended the game with 21 points, six rebounds and three assists.
Big man Norchad Omier was also a matchup nightmare for Utah — he had a double-double with 22 points and 12 rebounds.
As a team, Baylor outshot the Utes, hitting 43.9% from the floor.
Baylor’s second-chance points and offensive rebounds were key. The Bears helped keep the Utah offense out of rhythm by extending possessions.
While the numbers don’t paint a sizable edge for Baylor in both offensive rebounds and second-chance points, the Bears benefitted from some timely contributions in both that kept them from letting Utah seriously challenge.
Baylor ended up with 15 offensive rebounds to 14 for Utah, and the Bears turned that into an 18-12 advantage in second-chance points.
What’s next
Utah (11-8, 3-5 Big 12) will stay at home for a matchup next Tuesday against Cincinnati. The game will tip at 8 p.m. MST and be televised on CBS Sports Network.
The Bearcats (12-6, 2-5 Big 12) play at BYU later Saturday.
Utah
Large police presence responds to the area of Crestwood Drive in South Ogden
SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — There is a heavy police presence in the area of Harrison Blvd in South Ogden. ABC4 is working to learn more.
While police have not confirmed any information, ABC4 has acquired footage from a bystander that shows law enforcement detaining one individual. The individual can be seen handcuffed and without a shirt.
Several residents have also reported seeing over a dozen police vehicles heading to the area and reported hearing gunshots on social media.
Courtesy: Kade Garner // KTVX
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the scene, including Davis County SWAT, Weber County Sheriff’s Department, and Morgan County Sheriff’s Department. Officers from Riverton Police Department, Roy Police Department, Clinton Police Department, and Layton police Department all responded to the scene.
Law enforcement also used several drones and several armored vehicles responded to the scene. Additionally, it appears at least one person was transported from the scene by ambulance
Courtesy: Randy Ferrin
At this time, law enforcement has not confirmed any details regarding this incident. However, they appeared to have cleared from the scene.
Utah
Penalties to be enforced if Trump’s face covered on national park passes, reports say
SALT LAKE CITY — Those using a new national park pass who want to enjoy Utah’s “Mighty Five” better do so with President Donald Trump’s face perfectly intact, or you might pay a literal price.
The new annual park passes, which debuted on Jan. 1, feature Trump’s image alongside that of George Washington. At the same time as the release, the Department of the Interior reportedly updated its rules to ensure Trump’s face remains free and clear.
According to the Washington Post, the updated “Void if Altered” policy prohibits anyone from defacing the pass or covering up any images or information on the cards. Visitors found by rangers to have altered a pass by any means will be ordered to return it to its original condition or possibly be charged a regular entrance fee.
SFGate reported the policy originally prohibited any alteration of the signature portion of the pass, with the updated policy including the front of the card, with a warning that “writing on it or adding stickers or other coverings” is no longer allowed.
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Many believe the updated policy is in direct response to the large pushback over the inclusion of Trump, leaving people to share creative ways to hide the president’s image from passes, including stickers and sleeves.
Along with the suggestions on how to hide Trump’s image, a nonprofit environmental group has filed a lawsuit claiming its design did not comply with legislation that requires public participation in the selection.
Utah
Two killed, six wounded in shooting outside Mormon church in Utah
Two people were killed, and at least six were wounded when gunfire erupted outside a funeral at a Mormon church in Utah on Wednesday night, according to authorities and reports.
Eight people were hit by gunfire when shots rang out outside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Redwood Road in Salt Lake City around 7:30 p.m., Salt Lake City Police Department spokesperson Glen Mills told the Salt Lake City Tribune.
Two people were killed, and six people were injured in the shooting that occurred outside in the church’s parking lot as dozens were attending a funeral service inside.
Of the six wounded, three individuals are in critical condition, the Salt Lake City Police Department posted on X. All of the victims were adults.
There were no suspects in custody as of late Wednesday night, and it is not immediately clear if there were multiple gunmen involved. A motive was also unknown.
However, police said they have obtained solid leads in the investigation and are working to locate individuals involved in the shooting.
“We believe this was not a random incident,” Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd told reporters.
The shooting was not believed to be targeting a religion, Redd clarified.
Roughly 100 law enforcement vehicles swarmed the area in the aftermath of the gunfire as helicopters flew overhead.
The area around the Mormon church remained closed into the evening as authorities urged the public to stay clear of the still active scene.
“This should never have happened outside a place of worship. This should never have happened outside a celebration of life,” said Mayor Erin Mendenhall.
The Salt Lake City Police Department did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment.
The incident remains under investigation.
With Post wires.
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