“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: Butler men’s basketball hosts Georgetown in Saturday matinee
Junior guard Finley Bizjack is averaging 18 points per game in conference play. Photo by Jada Gangazha. DAVID JACOBS | MANAGING EDITOR | drjacobs@butler.edu Following a ghastly outing on the road against No. 25 St. John’s, the men’s basketball team is in dire need of a win against Georgetown to cling to any sort of…
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.”
After the Buzzer: Men’s basketball vs. Marquette
Butler Men’s basketball takes on Big East opponent Marquette. Multimedia Reporter Hank Kopack gives a recap of the game.
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.”
What you need to know: Dawgs take on scrappy DePaul squad
“Expect Butler to be aggressive early on, trying to avoid a close game against a team that has a wealth of experience in close late-game situations.”
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: Men’s basketball aims to end two-game skid against St. John’s
‘“Amid the 7-1 start, Bizjack averaged 19 points on 50% shooting from the field and 45% from range; however, in the seven games since, Butler’s longest-tenured player has faltered to just 12 points on 32% from the field and just 18% from deep.’”
Beyond the box score: Men’s basketball falters in second half against Villanova
‘“I just want to be a better basketball team than we were today, that’s for sure.’”
Beyond the box score: Creighton fends off Butler
“The Bulldogs netted just 18 second chance points compared to 13 for the Bluejays, leaving points on the board time and time again after earning extra possessions.”