“Matta has been scrutinized after finishing with a losing record in the Big East in four consecutive campaigns, sporting a 63-69 overall mark in his second stint with the Bulldogs.”
What you need to know: Dawgs square off with Providence
“All of a sudden, Butler’s tournament hopes are exactly what they’ve been for the entirety of Thad Matta’s second tenure as head coach: almost zero.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs take on Northwestern
“With a fast pace and disciplined defense, this is a game that Butler has a chance to win comfortably.”
Beyond the box score: No. 5 UConn shuts down Butler
“The men’s basketball team traveled to Connecticut with tired legs and it showed in a 79-60 loss to UConn.”
What you need to know: Dawgs open Big East play against Providence
“If the Bulldogs can knock down their shots and prevent an offensive explosion from the Providence backcourt they should pass their first conference test with flying colors.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs bodied by Broncos
“In an uncharacteristic showing, Butler struggled from the three-point arc and got dominated on the glass.”
OT: NCAA eligibility rules have hit a new low
“These cases mark more than eligibility rulings — they signal a seismic shift in what college basketball is going to mean in the near future.”
Big East women’s basketball preview
“Here is everything you need to know about each team this season.”
Senior Sendoff: Journalism is powerful … in more ways than one
“There is no way I could have known that deciding to apply for the Collegian would be the most important decision I would make as a student.”
10 must-watch Butler men’s basketball games this season
The Bulldogs will play a load of premier opponents on their schedule, highlighted by these games.