“With a national search underway, several names in the college basketball world could reasonably become the 26th head coach of the storied program.”
Thad Matta retires from coaching, stepping into advisory role
“‘My commitment to Butler and to the future of this program remains as strong as ever. I want this program to compete at the highest levels of the BIG EAST and national landscape, and I am excited to be part of what we continue to build here.’”
Thad Matta will return for another season as head men’s basketball coach
“Matta has been scrutinized after finishing with a losing record in the Big East in four consecutive campaigns, sporting a 63-69 overall mark in his second stint with the Bulldogs.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs fall to Providence in first round of the Big East Tournament
“‘When you’re a kid, just watching the [New York] Knicks play [here], you’re like, ‘Damn, one day I’m gonna be there.’ So finally, the day’s here. [It] was a great, great game, honestly. [We] came up short, but I had a great season here with Butler, playing with my teammates.’”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs down DePaul in last regular season game
“The men’s basketball team capped off its regular season campaign with a 81-71 win at DePaul. With the win, both teams move to 16-15 to end the year.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs fall to Georgetown in the Big East Tournament
“The Bulldogs’ season ended in the first round of the Big East Tournament, as they fell 62-58 against Georgetown.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball looks to end regular season on high-note
“To secure the season sweep, Butler will need its continued dominance from graduate forward Michael Ajayi, as well as two other efficient games from anyone else on the roster.”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball trounced in second half vs. Creighton
Michael Ajayi scored a team-high 26 points and 13 rebounds against Creighton. Photo by Andrew Buckley. DAVID JACOBS | MANAGING EDITOR | drjacobs@butler.edu Both the men’s basketball team and conference foe, Creighton, crawled out of the gates during a rainy afternoon bout as a second-half collapse led to a 76-59 defeat against the Bluejays. With…
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‘“Pick up the pace, Thad … Pick it up.”’
What you need to know: Butler hosts Creighton in home finale
“The combination of a strong performance on the glass and solid perimeter defense is the recipe for Butler to pick up the win.”