“The Bulldogs’ depth is being tested early in the season and is holding up so far, but a healthy roster will go a long way towards finding success against a Big East schedule.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs take on Northwestern
“With a fast pace and disciplined defense, this is a game that Butler has a chance to win comfortably.”
Beyond the box score: No. 5 UConn shuts down Butler
“The men’s basketball team traveled to Connecticut with tired legs and it showed in a 79-60 loss to UConn.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball seeks first-ever win over No. 5 UConn
“Ultimately, as the last four games against UConn have demonstrated, this one will be a dogfight.”
What you need to know: Dawgs open Big East play against Providence
“If the Bulldogs can knock down their shots and prevent an offensive explosion from the Providence backcourt they should pass their first conference test with flying colors.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs bodied by Broncos
“In an uncharacteristic showing, Butler struggled from the three-point arc and got dominated on the glass.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball clashes with Eastern Michigan
“The Bulldogs will need to close out the non-conference slate with strong performances across the board, securing large margins of victory to help their metrics.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs trounce the Raiders
“The men’s basketball team extended its win streak to three with a 94-69 victory over Wright State on Nov. 28.”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball tops Virginia, goes 2-0 at The Greenbrier
“Leaving the Greenbrier with two comfortable wins, the Dawgs return to Hinkle on Nov. 28 to take on Wright State with a well-earned confidence as conference play quickly approaches.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs take down the Gamecocks
“After a close loss at SMU, the Dawgs needed a resume-building win and got exactly that against the previously untested Gamecocks.”