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Jimmy Butler tore his ACL in the Warriors–Heat game, ending his season and reshaping the Western Conference playoff picture and the February trade deadline; off the floor, he stayed in good humor, joking with teammates as he left the court, a moment Curry and Hield highlighted as a sign of his levity despite the injury.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti led the Hoosiers to a national championship in just his second year with a roster built largely from transfers rather than five-star recruits, including 23 transfers and QB Fernando Mendoza, and defeated Miami 27-21 after toppling Alabama, Oregon and Ohio State. College GameDay host Dan Wetzel compared the feat to Brad Stevens' Butler teams, arguing the transfer portal and rapid roster turnover made this Cinderella run possible, culminating in a 16-0 stretch.
Nebraska's offensive coordinator Holgorsen and defensive coordinator Butler expressed confidence and satisfaction with their team's recent performances, highlighting explosive plays, a strong defense, and the focus on maintaining high standards ahead of upcoming games.
St. John’s basketball team, led by coach Rick Pitino, has revived its NCAA Tournament hopes with a dominant 82-59 win over Butler, following a recent upset of No. 13 Creighton. Pitino's critical comments about his players 10 days ago seem to have sparked a turnaround, with the team showing improved performance and teamwork. The team's balanced and efficient play, along with strong defensive efforts, has put them back in the NCAA Tournament at-large picture.
The VSiN Daily Morning Bets podcast and The Sweat show highlighted the top games and line moves for Saturday's College Basketball slate. Creighton is favored against Butler, but sharp money leans towards Butler due to a lack of line movement despite heavy public support for Creighton. Wisconsin is favored against Iowa, but pro money is backing Iowa at home, causing a reverse line movement. Kansas is favored against Oklahoma, but sharp buyback on Oklahoma suggests value as an inflated contrarian dog in a heavily bet game.
No. 13 Creighton suffered a narrow 99-98 loss to Butler in a high-scoring Big East showdown, despite putting together a strong offensive performance. Butler's Jahmyl Telfort and DJ Davis led the charge, with Telfort scoring 26 points and Davis adding 22. Creighton's Baylor Scheierman contributed 26 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome Butler's offensive prowess. The game marked the first time in nearly six years that both teams in a Big East matchup shot over 54.5%, and Creighton now looks ahead to their upcoming rematch with Providence.
St. John's basketball team, under the guidance of new coach Rick Pitino, secured a convincing 86-70 win over Butler. Posh Alexander, a former St. John's point guard now with Butler, was warmly welcomed by fans but contained by his ex-teammates in the second half. Daniss Jenkins shone as the leading point guard, contributing significantly to the victory with 17 points and a strong overall performance. St. John's displayed a balanced team effort with six players scoring in double figures and a notable performance from freshman Brady Dunlap, who scored a career-high 13 points.
Butler secured a thrilling 97-90 double-overtime win against California, with Posh Alexander leading the way with 21 points. Pierre Brooks II and Jahmyl Telfort contributed 20 and 18 points, respectively, as Butler extended their winning streak to five games. Fardaws Aimaq's 24 points and 16 rebounds weren't enough for California, despite Jalen Cone's 23 points and Keonte Kennedy's 20 points. Butler's strong shooting and Telfort's clutch plays in overtime sealed the victory.
The Cal Men's Basketball team faced off against Butler in a game that went into double overtime. Despite a strong effort, Cal ultimately lost the game. Fans expressed frustration with the referees and highlighted missed foul calls. The team showed resilience and fought hard throughout the game, but struggled with second chance points and midrange defense.
Texas Tech Red Raiders will face the Butler Bulldogs in a college basketball matchup. Texas Tech has had an impressive start to the season, but they will face a tough challenge playing in a hostile environment against Butler. Butler has a strong home record and a size advantage, making them the favorites to win. The betting trend also favors Butler, who is 5-0 ATS in their last five home games, while Texas Tech is 1-4 ATS in their last five. The best bet is to back Butler to cover the slim spread.
The Michigan State Spartans will face the unbeaten Butler Bulldogs in a Gavitt Games matchup. Butler has a mostly new roster but has been dominant in their three wins so far. Former Michigan State player Pierre Brooks transferred to Butler and has been performing well, averaging 13.3 points per game. Butler's strong defense has held opponents to just 30.6 percent shooting. Michigan State, despite a 1-2 start, believes they will improve as their shooting improves. Tyson Walker and Malik Hall have been bright spots for the Spartans. Coach Tom Izzo remains confident in his team's abilities.
A 4-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle while trick-or-treating in Butler, Pennsylvania. The child was taken to the hospital with minor injuries and has since been released. The driver fled the scene, and police are searching for a dark green GMC or Chevrolet SUV. The incident was captured on a neighbor's doorbell camera, and witnesses are urged to come forward with any information. The boy's parents are pleading for the driver to take responsibility for their actions.
No. 14 Montana Grizzlies faced a tough challenge from Butler in their season opener but ultimately pulled away for a 35-20 victory. Quarterback Clifton McDowell provided a spark for Montana, leading a crucial touchdown drive and scoring a fourth-and-goal plunge. The Grizzlies' defense also made key plays, including an interception by cornerback Trevin Gradney. Montana dominated in rushing yards, outgaining Butler 230 to 41. McDowell, Gradney, and kicker Grant Glasgow were standout performers for the Grizzlies. Montana will face Utah Tech in their next game.
Professional butler Daniel Prattley advises against opening a bottle of wine gifted by a dinner guest on the same night, as it is considered bad manners and implies a lack of preparation. Instead, he suggests writing the name of the gifter and the date on the label and saving it for a special occasion. Prattley also recommends having enough wine and non-alcoholic options for all guests and setting up a gift table to keep everything in one place. He was inspired to become a butler by the late Joan Rivers, who introduced him to his first clients and is remembered for her kindness and generosity.
The Indianapolis Colts are set to sign receiver Tyler Adams after he impressed during the team's rookie minicamp on a tryout basis. Adams, who finished his collegiate career at Butler, caught 39 passes for 689 yards with five touchdowns in 11 games last year.