“With the Bulldogs having played few games on the season with four full quarters of consistent basketball, it will be crucial that the Dawgs do not come out flat to start either half of play if they want to extend their season any longer.”
What you need to know: Dawgs take on Providence in Big East Tournament
“However, with the Dawgs approaching nearly eight years since their last tournament berth, the outlook of the program has taken a complete 180.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball hopes to end three-game skid against Creighton
“After being outclassed by Xavier by double-digit points twice in two weeks, the Bulldogs have fallen to a point of lethargy that even a nine-game losing streak to start the calendar year did not seem to have them fall to.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Villanova
“This game offers yet another opportunity for the Dawgs to get a good win on the road and gain momentum heading into the Big East Tournament.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. DePaul
“This weekend offers Butler a chance to inch closer to a .500 record, but it starts against DePaul in Chicago.”
What you need to know: Dawgs look to stay hot against St. John’s
“As long as the Dawgs can win the turnover battle and at least meet their season average of 42.7% from the field, a third win in a row could be in their future.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Georgetown
“Back in Hinkle Fieldhouse, the Dawgs hope to ride a wave of home support to a victory.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball hopes to end lengthy skid versus Marquette
“Despite the heart-breaking ending back in January, there was a lot of good done on the road against the No. 4 team in the conference that can be used to help the Dawgs win round two.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Providence
“The Bulldogs will be hoping they can ride the wave of support to a victory and send Providence back home unhappy.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball vs. Georgetown
“Butler seeks to add a third conference win to its total with a showdown with the Hoyas on the horizon”