“It will take a herculean effort from Butler’s top offensive threats to keep the Dawgs competitive in this one.”
OT: Dan Dakich aims at Butler basketball
“In his attempt to garner views and followers to his ever-controversial X account, Dakich insulted two core pillars of Butler University – Hinkle Fieldhouse and Butler Blue.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs continue to freefall at Marquette
“Things turned ugly for Butler shortly after halftime, as injuries to first-year guard Stink Robinson and redshirt sophomore forward Jamie Kaiser Jr left the Dawgs with a glaring lack of offensive options.”
Gordon Hayward: Different school, same Dawg
Feb. 5 saw Brownsburg High School, Gordon Hayward’s first alma mater, retire the No. 20 into the rafters. Multimedia Reporter Will Hicks dives into Hayward’s high school career and his impact on Indiana basketball.
What you need to know: Dawgs square off with Providence
“All of a sudden, Butler’s tournament hopes are exactly what they’ve been for the entirety of Thad Matta’s second tenure as head coach: almost zero.”
Beyond the Box Score: Bulldogs suffer disastrous loss to Georgetown
“The adjustments did not work, with Butler suffering arguably its most brutal loss this season, likely crushing any remaining tournament hopes for Bulldog faithful.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs clash with No. 25 St. John’s
“The common denominator throughout the Dawgs’ recent resurgence has been the play of Finley Bizjack.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs sneak by Marquette
“With confidence on the rise, and young players hitting their stride, Butler is building momentum and improving its conference record with each passing game.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs find victory against No. 25 Seton Hall
“For the Dawgs, the victory is their first on the road all season, and their first ranked win.”
What you need to know: Floundering Bulldogs travel to Xavier
“As always, graduate forward Michael Ajayi will have to be at the center of the action for the Dawgs to come away with a victory.”