Ohio State basketball

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.”
OT: Thad Matta should not be fired… yet

‘“Pick up the pace, Thad … Pick it up.”’
What you need to know: Men’s basketball takes on IU Indy

“Now, the Bulldogs look to do what they could not do last season: start the year 2-0. To do so, they’ll have to take down IU Indy.”
Into the Matta-Verse

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.