Overview
The Utah Runnin' Utes play at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, bringing Big 12 basketball to the Beehive State. Under Craig Smith, the Utes aim to restore the program to its Majerus-era success. Utah's crimson and white colors and Salt Lake City location create a strong identity. The program has reached a Final Four and won an NCAA championship in 1944. Utah's move to the Big 12 in 2024 presents new opportunities. The Utes' rivalry with BYU, the Holy War, is one of the fiercest in sports.
History & Legacy
Utah won the 1944 NCAA championship and reached the 1998 national championship game under Rick Majerus. The Utes have made 29 NCAA Tournament appearances. Andre Miller, Andrew Bogut, and Delon Wright are among the program's NBA alumni. Majerus's 1998 team fell to Kentucky in the title game. Utah joined the Big 12 in 2024. The rivalry with BYU defines the state's basketball culture.
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ConferenceBig 12
Championships1 National Title
School Founded1850