Two days after parting ways with LaVall Jordan, Thad Matta was hired as head coach. In his 17 seasons as a Division I head coach, Matta has made 13 NCAA Tournaments appearances and two Final Fours.
Thad Matta returns to Butler as head coach
Matta hired to lead the Butler basketball program for his second stint at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
Butler vs. Ohio State: Bulldogs steal late-game thriller from Chris Holtmann
The Butler men’s basketball team defeated Ohio State and former head coach Chris Holtmann in the PK80 5th place game in the Motion Bracket. The Bulldogs went 2-1 in the tournament.
Butler vs. Ohio State: Social media rundown
The Butler Bulldogs took down former head coach Chris Holtmann and the Ohio State Buckeyes in an overtime thriller. Fans had a great time trolling Holtmann after the game. See what they were saying.