Utah faces uphill climb in men's basketball in 1st Big 12 season
The rebuilding Utes will be thrown into the fire, going from the Pac-12 to the Big 12 this seasonOCTOBER 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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1.6 APG
17.1 PPG
6.8 RPG
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After going undrafted, here's where Runnin' Ute Branden Carlson landed Where did former Runnin' Ute Branden Carlson sign after going undrafted?
JUNE 28 • SLTRIB.COM
Fights through elbow injury Carlson totaled 13 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and six rebounds in 25 minutes during Thursday's 72-58 loss to Colorado.
Impact Carlson's left arm was a near non-factor throughout Thursday's contest, representing a clear limitation for the big man's rebounding pursuits and scoring bag. Carlson's season ends with a career-high 17.2 points per game fueled by breakout three-point shooting, although it came in waves and occurred alongside a slight decrease in his defensive production. Nonetheless, the 7-footer has fringe NBA upside and will certainly catch a Summer League opportunity come July.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Branden Carlson passes legendary Runnin' Ute on the all-time scoring list Braden Carlson became emotional while taking about what his five years on the Utah men's basketball team has meant to him.
MARCH 7 • SLTRIB.COM
Utah routs Cal 88-59; Utes have 3 with double-doubles, led by Carlson's 30 points, 10 boards
Branden Carlson scored 30 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead Utah in an 88-59 rout of CaliforniaMARCH 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Branden Carlson's big night carries Utah past Cal Branden Carlson gave Utah basketball fans quite the Senior Night performance with 30 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks in the Utes’ 88-59...
MARCH 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Utah's Carlson scores at buzzer and Utes beat UCLA 70-69, snapping Bruins' 6-game winning streak
Branden Carlson scored off an offensive rebound just before the buzzer, giving Utah a 70-69 victory over UCLA and snapping the Bruins’ six-game winning streakFEBRUARY 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Carlson and Utah host USC
Utah faces the USC Trojans after Branden Carlson scored 25 points in the Utes' 85-77 loss to the Arizona State Sun DevilsFEBRUARY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Utah routs Oregon State 74-47 behind Keba Keita and Branden Carlson double-doubles
Keba Keita and Branden Carlson each had a double-double in Utah’s 74-47 rout of Oregon StateJANUARY 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Branden Carlson nets 34 as Utah runs past Washington Branden Carlson tallied 34 points, seven rebounds and seven assists to rally Utah to a 95-90 victory over Washington in Salt Lake City on Su...
JANUARY 1 • SUNHERALD.COM
Branden Carlson scores 27 of 34 in 2nd half, Utah rallies to beat Washington 95-90
Branden Carlson scored 27 of his career-high 34 points in the second half and Gabe Madsen had a double-double to help Utah rally from a 15-point deficit and beat Washington 95-90JANUARY 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sharp defensively Carlson accumulated 19 points (6-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-7 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, five blocks and one steal across 32 minutes during Friday's 80-58 victory over Washington St...
Impact Carlson is averaging a career-best 17.0 points per game this season, but it was his interior defense that shined Friday. Limiting Washington State's Isaac Jones to 4-for-16 shooting, Carlson enforced the paint while showcasing his blossoming three-point stroke, which resides at a 35.9 percent clip on 3.9 triples per game. Carlson's shooting has been volatile, but the fifth-year senior is off to an excellent start and should be heavily relied upon in PAC-12 play.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Carlson and Utah host Bellarmine
Utah takes on the Bellarmine Knights after Branden Carlson scored 26 points in Utah's 76-62 victory over the Utah Valley WolverinesDECEMBER 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Utah wins 5th straight behind Branden Carlson's 26 points in 76-62 win over Utah Valley
Branden Carlson scored 26 points and Utah beat Utah Valley 76-62 for its fifth straight winDECEMBER 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting against BYU Carlson (undisclosed) is listed amongst Utah's starters ahead of Saturday's matchup with BYU.
Impact Carlson will make his return to the court following a brief one-game absence. The 7-foot senior will look to pick up where he left off against the Cougars as the Utes aim to win their fourth-straight game.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up Saturday Carlson (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against BYU, Josh Furlong of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.
Impact Carlson appears to be available for the Utes as they prepare to match up against the Cougars. The 7-foot senior, currently averaging 17.3 points and 6.3 rebounds across seven starters, will look to make an impact if he's able to return.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Saturday Carlson (undisclosed) is expected to suit up for Saturday's game versus BYU, Running Hoops reports.
Impact Carlson is expected to return to action Saturday after missing the previous game with an undisclosed injury. If the senior big man is upgraded to available, he would likely replace his brother, Ben Carlson, in the starting five.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Carlson (undisclosed) has been designated as a game-time decision ahead of Saturday's showdown with BYU, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Carlson will remain a game-time decision as the Utes prepare to host the surging Cougars. The 7-foot senior has led Utah into battle this season, averaging 17.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 blocks on 27.3 minutes per game. If Carlson is ultimately unable to suit up, his brother Ben Carlson would likely get another start at power forward.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Carries Utah to victory Carlson finished Thursday's 77-70 victory over Wake Forest with 31 points (12-20 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist, five blocks and one steal over 31 minutes.
Impact Carlson arrived when needed, fueling a double-digit comeback victory over Wake Forest. The fifth-year center displayed his full arsenal Thursday after two quiet showings, and he's capable of delivering 20-point, 10-rebound games on a nightly basis when hot.
NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Branden Carlson scores career-high 31, Utah rallies from 12-point deficit to beat Wake Forest 77-70
Branden Carlson scored a career-high 31 points and Utah rallied from a 12-point second-half deficit to beat Wake Forest 77-70 in the Charleston ClassicNOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Utah hopes to end NCAA Tournament drought with Branden Carlson leading experienced roster
Branden Carlson’s decision to withdraw his name from the 2023 NBA draft meant Utah was getting back a player who could help lead the Utes to the NCAA Tournament for the first time...OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Runnin Utes basketball's Branden Carlson announces his future plans Branden Carlson averaged 16.4 points and 7.5 rebounds last in the 2022-23 season.
MAY 31, 2023 • SLTRIB.COM
Enters 2023 NBA Draft Carlson has declared for the 2023 NBA Draft, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Carlson will use the offseason to explore opportunities at the professional level while maintaining his collegiate eligibility. The 7-foot senior has spent the last four seasons with Utah, starting in a total of 104 games (110 appearances). This season, Carlson averaged 16.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and two blocks on 29.2 minutes per game, while shooting 33.1 percent from deep on four attempts per game.
MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Leads all scorers in loss Carlson produced 27 points (9-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 73-62 loss to Stanford.
Impact Carlson knocked down 9-of-15 shots from the field, finishing with 27 points and 10 rebounds during Wednesday's loss to Stanford. The 7-foot senior started in 31 games this season, contributing 16.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and two blocks on 29.2 minutes per game. Carlson managed four solid seasons with the Utes, starting in 104 games during his time with the program.
MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
