“With their seventh loss by single-digitson the season, the Dawgs finish conference play with a 5-13 record — seeding themselves at eighth for the conference tournament.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. No. 7 St. John’s
“The Red Storm have a paramount week in front of them, as wins over Butler and Seton Hall will secure them the best record in the Big East heading into the conference tournament.”
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National Player of the Year frontrunner Johni Broome led Auburn to a win over Alabama with 19 points, 14 rebounds and six assists. Photo courtesy of AL.com. BROCK DANAHEY | STAFF REPORTER | bldanahey@butler.edu Overtime, or “OT,” is an opinion column series where the Collegian takes national sports headlines or polarizing topics and gives them…
What you need to know: Women’s basketball takes on Villanova
“The Bulldogs will need to knock down shots from deep to keep pace with Villanova and finish the regular season with a winning record.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs prevail through second-half collapse
“With the help of Brooks’ continued second-half effort to finish with 24 points and senior forward Jahmyl Telfort’s 17 points, the Dawgs were able to surpass the 80-point threshold for the ninth time this season — each of which resulting in wins.”
Beyond the box score: Women’s basketball falters against UConn on Senior Day
“A couple of early buckets injected a burst of energy into the home crowd, but the Huskies quickly responded and never looked back, taking an 86-47 victory.”
What you need to know: Butler hosts No. 5 UConn
“Praying for a perfect storm of unlikely scenarios to happen may not be ideal, but at least a sold-out Hinkle Fieldhouse will be watching the women’s basketball team for the first time ever.”
Beyond the Box Score: Butler holds on late in win over Xavier
‘“We had 11 offensive rebounds, and if we don’t get those rebounds we probably don’t win the game.”’
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“‘I think it is so awesome that there might be little boys out there watching him and knowing that is an option for them.’”
What you need to know: women’s basketball clashes with Xavier
“Shutting down the Musketeers’ top weapons will be key, but as long as McGuff and company step up and find ways to score, Butler should come out on top.”