Butler men’s basketball

Ronald Nored, Butler dive into transfer portal

“Transfer portal mayhem is well underway for the men’s basketball team, with a plethora of players coming in and out of Hinkle after the Dawgs’ coaching change.”
The Butler Collegian DAWGCAST — Season 3, Episode 4

Tune in to the fourth episode of the third season of The Butler Collegian ‘DAWGCAST’. This video podcast series covers everything from The Butler Collegian Sports Report, Dawgs with Style and more. This DAWGCAST episode is hosted by Multimedia Editor Reilly Byron and is available on Spotify and YouTube.
BREAKING: Former point guard Ronald Nored named as Matta’s successor

“Nored, 36, was the engine of Butler’s offense from 2008-12, starting 125 games and was named Horizon League defensive player of the year twice.”
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.”
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.”
OT: Thad Matta should not be fired… yet

‘“Pick up the pace, Thad … Pick it up.”’
OT: Butler vs. Xavier is missing the qualities of a real rivalry

“‘It could be a matter of life or death, and Butler fans would choose death over accepting the fact that Xavier-Butler isn’t a rivalry.’”
Will the Dawgs bite?

“A team down 20 baskets in the first half could have a legendary comeback at any moment, creating memories that could last a lifetime.”