Temple, Butler pausing after COVID-19 positives
Temple and Butler both announced Thursday that their men's basketball teams are pausing activities following positive COVID-19 tests within their programs.
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Thompson scores 21 to lift Butler over W. Michigan 66-62
— Aaron Thompson had a career-high 21 points as Butler defeated Western Michigan 66-62 on Wednesday night in a season opener.
Butler to open with up to 1,500 fans at home
Butler to open men's hoops season with up to 1,500 fans at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
Courtside: Tom Izzo talks about his coronavirus diagnosis, and the guys preview the Big East and the Big 12 with the help of Kevin Willard and Bob Huggins
Greenberg and Dakich tip off an absolutely loaded show with Tom Izzo, talking about his COVID-19 diagnosis and giving an update on his team as the season approaches. Then, the guys preview the Big East (17:34) and talk to Seton Hall head coach Kevin Willard (32:23). Later, they preview the Big 12 (52:50) and are joined by West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins (1:10:23).
Butler assistant Meyer retiring, citing COVID fears
Butler assistant coach Jeff Meyer is retiring after 41 seasons on the sideline due to family reasons and COVID-19 concerns.
Big East predictions: UConn's back; Villanova wants more
As the countdown to the 2020-21 college basketball season continues, ESPN's conference predictions series continues with the Big East.
All-conference G Hodges transferring to Butler
Bo Hodges, who led East Tennessee State to a 30-4 mark last season, has decided to transfer to Butler.
Tucker to stay in draft, won't return to Butler
Jordan Tucker, who averaged 8.9 points and 3.8 rebounds during his junior season, will not return to Butler as he wants to remain "completely focused" on the NBA draft.
Big East commissioner: 'If our campuses aren't open, we will not have athletes coming back'
Big East commissioner Val Ackerman discussed the hurdles, and timeline, for sports to return to her league in 2020-21.
Irish, Ducks top field for 2021 Maui Invitational
Notre Dame, which won the Maui Invitational in 2017, will return to the event in 2021 along with Oregon, Butler, Houston, Saint Mary's, Wisconsin, Texas A&M and Chaminade.
These dog mascots will raise your spirits during the quarantine (0:58)
Duke 61, Butler 59 -- Inside the journey to college basketball's biggest 'what-if' moment
Ten years ago, Gordon Hayward's heave rimmed out at the buzzer, preventing what would have been the most iconic moment in college basketball history.
BPI's NCAA tournament bracket simulation will surprise you
Using a single-simulation method, we picked the whole tournament using BPI-weighted coin flips. The final results will surprise you.
College hoops teams celebrate the season, make their own 'One Shining Moment'
It's not over until "One Shining Moment" plays. These college basketball teams are taking matters into their own hands to commemorate the 2019-20 season.
Here are the 172 teams that could have heard their names called on Selection Sunday
Selection Sunday 2020 will not take place, but these teams were still in play for a bid before conference tourneys and the NCAA tournament were canceled.
Bubble Watch 2020: The exact size of the bubble
Your updated source for all of the latest on the NCAA men's tournament bubble.
Baldwin has career-best 36, Butler rallies over Xavier 72-71
Kamar Baldwin scored a career-high 36 points and hit a 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left Saturday night, rallying Butler to a 72-71 victory over Xavier.
McDermott has double-double in Butler's win over St. John's
Sean McDermott had 16 points and 14 rebounds to lead five Butler players in double figures as the Bulldogs defeated St. John's 77-55 on Wednesday night.
Butler rolls past DePaul 60-42
Jordan Tucker and Sean McDermott scored 13 points each and Butler beat DePaul 60-42 on Saturday night.
Zegarowski can't miss, No. 15 Creighton routs No. 21 Butler
Marcus Zegarowski made all seven of his 3-pointers and finished with 25 points, and No. 15 Creighton beat No. 21 Butler 81-59 on Sunday for its fourth straight win over an AP Top 25 opponent.
For 3: Baylor, Gonzaga and San Diego State all fall in wild Saturday
Kansas edged the No. 1 Bears, then the Aztecs lost for the first time this season and BYU knocked off the No. 2 Zags.
Mamukelashvili shot at buzzer lifts Seton Hall over Butler
Sandro Mamukelashvili hit an off-balance shot in the lane at the buzzer to give No. 16 Seton Hall a stunning 74-72 victory over No. 21 Butler on Wednesday night.
Butler's Tucker elbowed and loses tooth (0:47)
2020-21 Big East Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xavier | 0-0 | - | 5-0 |
| UConn | 0-0 | - | 3-0 |
| Creighton | 0-0 | - | 2-0 |
| Butler | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| St. John's | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Villanova | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Marquette | 0-0 | - | 2-1 |
| Providence | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| Georgetown | 0-0 | - | 1-1 |
| Seton Hall | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
| DePaul | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
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Top Performers 2020-21
- Offense
- Defense
Team Stats
Points Per Game66.0Tied-223rd
Rebounds Per Game32.0Tied-252nd
Assists Per Game7.0Tied-316th
Points Allowed62.0
2021 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce Thomas | SF | Signed | 81 |
| D.J. Hughes | PF | Signed | 80 |
| Jayden Taylor | SF | Signed | 79 |
Tournament History
| Final Fours | 2 |
| Tournament Record | 23-15 |
| Championship Seasons | None |
| Tournament Appearances | 15 |