“With Creighton hitting its stride at the right time to start conference play, the Dawgs must not let this one turn into a shootout like the double-overtime thriller against Providence.”
Beyond the box score: Women’s basketball falls against No. 1 UConn
“The women’s basketball team faced its stiffest test of the season on Dec. 28 at Hinkle Fieldhouse, falling 94-47 to No. 1 UConn.”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball blows past NJIT
“As soon as the tip-off landed in Butler’s possession, the rout immediately began with a 17-0 run propelled by a 58% clip from the field.’”
What you need to know: Non-conference schedule comes to a close against NJIT
“The Bulldogs’ depth is being tested early in the season and is holding up so far, but a healthy roster will go a long way towards finding success against a Big East schedule.”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball limps past Northwestern
“After a presumed game-tying corner three-pointer from first-year forward Tre Singleton was ruled a two-point basket, the Dawgs were able to persevere despite scoring just six points in the final six minutes and thirty seconds.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs take on Northwestern
“With a fast pace and disciplined defense, this is a game that Butler has a chance to win comfortably.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs take on Xavier
“After winning its two final non-conference games, the women’s basketball team returns to Big East play with a home match against Xavier.”
Beyond the box score: No. 5 UConn shuts down Butler
“The men’s basketball team traveled to Connecticut with tired legs and it showed in a 79-60 loss to UConn.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs down Eastern Illinois
“In its final non-conference game of the season, the women’s basketball team took down Eastern Illinois 74-52.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball seeks first-ever win over No. 5 UConn
“Ultimately, as the last four games against UConn have demonstrated, this one will be a dogfight.”