Basketball

What you need to know: Bulldogs host Franklin in exhibition game

“With a roster consisting of 11 new players and two returners, this exhibition game gives Marchesano the chance to see how well her squad jells together. The team already has a scrimmage win under its belt, which should give them confidence going into this matchup.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs fall to Buckeyes in final exhibition

“Despite the loss, there were plenty of encouraging signs for Butler. Perhaps the best breakthrough was seeing the full force of the Dawgs’ guard rotation, which appears to be a strength. “
What you need to know: Buckeyes, Bulldogs come together for final exhibition

“Familiar faces will reunite at The Schott, including a former Ohio State standout who now carries a clipboard for Butler.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs defeat Indiana State, Jackson departs injured

“At the end of the night, nobody in the building cared much about scoring or rebounding. The greater concern was the health of Jackson, who went down in a heap after fighting around a screen late in the game.”
What you need to know: Dawgs face Sycamores as the season inches closer

“Fans in blue and white will pour into Hinkle regardless of the game, but while those fans will be cheering on the Dawgs, head coach Ronald Nored is not so concerned about the final score.”
Beyond the box score: Hoosiers spoil Nored’s debut

“New faces filled the floor for both teams as the respective head coaches got their first look at how their roster stacks up against an unfamiliar squad. For Nored’s Dawgs it was transfers who stood out more than anyone.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball faces Hoosiers in exhibition test

“For some Bulldogs, there is more than just moral victories and in-state bragging rights on the line against Indiana. Starting spots can be won and lost during exhibitions, leaving players to prove they deserve the role.”
Butler Basketball Tip-Off Party marks the beginning of new team eras

“‘[This is] the first public look at our men’s and women’s basketball teams for the [2026-27 season].’”
Hinkle to host NBA Cup Championship

“The NBA announced June 30 that the Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship will take place at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Dec. 11.”