“‘Winning is hard in college basketball. Winning is even harder in the Big East. I give everybody credit for staying in the course in terms of continuing to come in and practice at the level they’ve practiced at.’”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. DePaul
“The Bulldogs seek to grab their second Big East win of the season and inch closer to .500 with this matchup against DePaul.”
Beyond the Box Score: Turnovers continue to haunt Dawgs as comeback attempt falls short against Creighton
‘“In order for us to get some of these wins, we’ve got to box out and take care of the ball — it can’t be one or the other.”’
Welcome to the Team: First-years dive into the season
“‘It’s kind of like a form of therapy, but it’s also a sport that you can take pride in.’”
Beyond the Box Score: Men’s basketball can’t close it out against UConn in overtime
“Butler took the lead with just under four minutes to go in the second half, but could not land the knockout punch to shock the Huskies on their home floor.”
Welcome to the Team: First-years ready to race
“‘The atmosphere [the team] created was great on my visit. It just seemed right when I got here.’”
Cheer wins UCA National Championship
“Across both rounds of competition, the Dawgs received zero points of deduction — the only team to accomplish such a feat.”
Bluejays visit Bulldogs: What you need to know
“For Butler, rebounding will be key. The Bluejays have struggled on the glass all season, including being on the wrong side of significant rebounding disparities in all three of their losses.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs No. 19 UConn
“Can Butler keep up with the big dogs? The Bulldogs were in their last matchup with the Huskies until the final minute, losing 78-74. The Dawgs had to claw their way out of a 25-9 deficit as UConn made 10 of their first 13 attempts. To keep this one close and attainable, Butler has to come out strong out of the gate.”
Bulldogs shocked by Musketeers: Beyond the box score
“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.”