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Three things we learned: Men’s basketball’s opening week

“It feels inevitable that the Bulldogs will pull off at least one quality upset this season on the back of a good shooting day. On the other hand, a brutal loss could be in the works sooner or later on a cold night.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs leave no doubt against FDU

“Much like opening night, Butler’s game plan was clear: shoot threes early and often. That approach was executed to perfection, as the Bulldogs tied a program-best by making 20 longballs.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball hosts FDU

“The talent gap is wide and the Knights do not have anyone to properly counter a high-low game involving Dawgs’ senior center Drayton Jones. If Nored exploits the right mismatches, this one will be over quickly.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs cruise past Lafayette for Nored’s first win

“Butler scored 20 points in the first five minutes en route to a wire-to-wire 96-60 victory over Lafayette to start the season on the right foot.”
Men’s basketball season preview: ‘We’re going to surprise a lot of people’

“Each and every Bulldog enters the season with a chip on their shoulder. Butler was picked dead-last in the Big East Preseason Poll, drawing little concern from the rest of the conference.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs fall to Buckeyes in final exhibition

“Despite the loss, there were plenty of encouraging signs for Butler. Perhaps the best breakthrough was seeing the full force of the Dawgs’ guard rotation, which appears to be a strength. “
What you need to know: Buckeyes, Bulldogs come together for final exhibition

“Familiar faces will reunite at The Schott, including a former Ohio State standout who now carries a clipboard for Butler.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs defeat Indiana State, Jackson departs injured

“At the end of the night, nobody in the building cared much about scoring or rebounding. The greater concern was the health of Jackson, who went down in a heap after fighting around a screen late in the game.”
Part of the pack: Butler celebrates Family Weekend

“From fall markets to exhibition basketball games, families found plenty to do during their trip to Indianapolis.”