Men’s Basketball

What you need to know: Bulldogs clash with No. 25 St. John’s

“The common denominator throughout the Dawgs’ recent resurgence has been the play of Finley Bizjack.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs sneak by Marquette

“With confidence on the rise, and young players hitting their stride, Butler is building momentum and improving its conference record with each passing game.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball hosts Marquette in must-win game

“After four-consecutive 20-win seasons and tournament berths under head coach Shaka Smart, the Eagles have looked like a shell of themselves after a 7-13 start including an 0-6 record on the road.”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball utilizes second-half surge for 12th-consecutive win over DePaul

“With an unprecedented spark of energy filling the airwaves of Hinkle Fieldhouse for the better part of the second half, the Bulldogs were able to coast the rest of the way for a strong seven-point victory.”
New Final Four classes offer students a unique perspective into the NCAA’s largest tournament

“‘All of this is happening and if we just sat here — 15 minutes from the heart of collegiate basketball — and we’re just twiddling our thumbs, then shame on us as an institution.’”
What you need to know: Dawgs take on scrappy DePaul squad

“Expect Butler to be aggressive early on, trying to avoid a close game against a team that has a wealth of experience in close late-game situations.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs find victory against No. 25 Seton Hall

“For the Dawgs, the victory is their first on the road all season, and their first ranked win.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball takes on No. 25 Seton Hall

‘“Yet, in year four under head coach Thad Matta and year eight since the last tournament berth, this appears to be the new norm for a team that was once a March Madness staple.’”
Butler men’s basketball among several Big East schools affected by college basketball rigging scheme

“Butler is accompanied by St. John’s, Georgetown and DePaul from schools in the Big East named in the scheme, and are the only power-four schools to be named in the indictment.’”