Men’s Basketball

Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball battles hard, falls to No. 6 UConn

‘“ I can’t let our guys say, ‘This is who we are,’ I can’t allow us to be who we are in February. We’ve got to keep growing. We’ve got to keep finding ways to get guys better.’”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball faces No. 6 UConn

“It will take a herculean effort from Butler’s top offensive threats to keep the Dawgs competitive in this one.”
Jack of all trades

“Despite a complete lack of organized basketball experience, McHugh’s love for the game has been at his core for as long as he can remember.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs continue to freefall at Marquette

“Things turned ugly for Butler shortly after halftime, as injuries to first-year guard Stink Robinson and redshirt sophomore forward Jamie Kaiser Jr left the Dawgs with a glaring lack of offensive options.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball looks for season sweep against Marquette

“In the first bout against Marquette, the Dawgs prevailed 87-76 thanks to a steady three-point presence in the second half and efficiency from the field throughout.”
Born a Bulldog: Gordon Hayward’s legacy cemented

‘“Basketball has given me so much, and I’m so thankful for it.’”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs drop double-overtime grinder against Providence

“The Dawgs would start the final period of the night scoreless as Providence strided out to a 10-0 run in 2OT, as they began to lose the war of attrition with Ajayi, Haywood and redshirt-sophomore forward Jamie Kaiser Jr. each fouling out during the extra time.”
What you need to know: Dawgs square off with Providence

“All of a sudden, Butler’s tournament hopes are exactly what they’ve been for the entirety of Thad Matta’s second tenure as head coach: almost zero.”
Beyond the Box Score: Bulldogs suffer disastrous loss to Georgetown

“The adjustments did not work, with Butler suffering arguably its most brutal loss this season, likely crushing any remaining tournament hopes for Bulldog faithful.”