“The early struggles in conference play are disappointing for a squad that once looked poised to be this season’s breakout team in the Big East.”
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“While a Saturday matinee against a 5-12 team typically does not have much pressure to it, if the Dawgs can go to Cincinnati and dominate it will be a continued sign of positive progression for the program under Coach Austin Parkinson.”
Men’s basketball snaps nine-game losing streak: Beyond the Box Score
“‘We’ve been working hard every practice, focusing on the little things, getting details corrected … It really came through tonight. We played as a team. We played together. When things got going against us in the second half, we stayed composed. I’m really proud of our team.’”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Seton Hall
“The Bulldogs seek to defend Hinkle Fieldhouse and earn their first win of 2025 against the Seton Hall Pirates.”
Beyond The Box Score: Women’s basketball continues confident play with second straight win
“The best teams are confident teams, and the Bulldogs are playing with confidence at just the right time with the thick of conference play up ahead.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball vs. Georgetown
“The Dawgs will need to find an increased scoring output from somewhere as they get into the thick of their conference schedule, starting with Georgetown.”
Women’s basketball cannot find a rhythm against DePaul: Beyond the box score
“A woeful shooting performance was the main culprit for Butler’s offensive disappearing act against a team whose defense has been decidedly average thus far this season.”
Beyond the Box Score: Men’s basketball loses a close one to No. 11 UConn
“The men’s basketball team fell for the fifth straight time on Saturday, this time to No. 11 UConn.”
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“While Strande’s timeline for return is still up in the air, it is evident that the depth of the team — specifically at the guard position — will be able to keep the Dawgs afloat during her recovery.”
Butler loses four straight as men’s basketball falls to Marquette
“Despite outshooting Marquette 51% to 42% from the field and 41% to 20% from three, the Bulldogs had no chance at winning with the margin of rebounding.”