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Pivotal in win Nze amassed 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 15 rebounds and one block over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 89-82 1OT victory over Xavier.

Impact Nze battled foul trouble throughout the contest, but ultimately escaped fouling out and was a key closer in Butler's upset victory. Wednesday marked a season-high 15 rebounds for Nze, a performance that fueled Butler's advancement to play Providence on Thursday. Nze has been neutralized by the Friars this season, compiling 16 points and eight rebounds across two games -- both Butler losses.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler holds on for 89-82 win over Xavier in OT in Big East

Simas Lukosius hit a jumper on the first possession in overtime to give ninth-seeded Butler a lead it would not relinquish en route to an 89-82 win over eighth-seeded Xavier in the...

MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 11 Villanova cruises by Butler in regular-season finale

Justin Moore scored 16 points, Jermaine Samuels added 15 and No. 11 Villanova broke away early to beat Butler 78-59 in their regular-season finale

MARCH 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Second straight double-double Nze posted 11 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 64-56 loss to Marquette.

Impact Nze missed a game back on Feb. 15 with a knee injury but was immediately placed back into the starting lineup upon his return. He now has three-consecutive games scoring in double digits, in addition to back-to-back double-doubles. It's not all roses for the fifth-year senior, however, as Butler essentially needs a miracle run in order to go dancing, as the Bulldogs have now lost four games in a row to drop to 6-13 in conference play.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler basketball's Bryce Nze: 'The season is still going on' Wisconsin native comes up short at Milwaukee

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Morsell scores 16 to lift Marquette over Butler 64-56

Darryl Morsell had 16 points as Marquette extended its home winning streak to seven games, getting past Butler 64-56

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Yetna carries Seton Hall past Butler 66-60

Alexis Yetna had 10 points and 10 rebounds to lift Seton Hall to a 66-60 win over Butler

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with knee injury Nze won't play Tuesday at DePaul due to a knee injury.

Impact Nze presumably picked up the injury during Saturday's win over Marquette, when he posted 12 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes. Ty Groce figures to take on an increased roles while Nze is sidelined.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eyes double-double in win Nze ended Saturday's 85-79 win over Marquette with 12 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes.

Impact Nze has averaged 9.2 points, eight rebounds and 1.6 assists during 32.2 minutes over the last five games. He recorded an 11-game high for assists and tied his season-high for offensive rebounds for the fifth time this season. The senior will continue searching for his second double-double of the season against a DePaul team that ranks fifth in the conference for field goal percentage at .435 Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler bites back with 3s to beat No. 18 Marquette, 85-79

Bryce Golden scored a career-high 22 points and Bo Hodges added 11 points and 11 rebounds to help Butler hold on for a surprising 85-79 victory over No. 18 Marquette

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hodges leads Butler against Creighton after 22-point showing

Butler plays the Creighton Bluejays after Bo Hodges scored 22 points in the Bulldogs' 75-72 loss to the Saint John's (NY) Red Storm

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 14 points in close loss Nze racked up 14 points (7-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 37 minutes during Saturday's 75-72 loss to St. John's.

Impact Nze has averaged 7.8 points and 6.2 rebounds during 28.2 minutes over the last five games. He tied his season-high for offensive rebounds by bringing in four Saturday. Over the last seven games, he has shot just 12.5 percent from three-point range. He will continue searching for his deep-range shot against Creighton on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in win Nze had 12 points (5-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal over 34 minutes during Saturday's 56-53 victory over Georgetown.

Impact Nze recorded his first double-double of the season and pulled down a season-high eight defensive rebounds. The Wisconsinite was battling through a four-game streak where he was held under double-digit points prior to Saturday, he returned to form to aid the Hoyas in the narrow win. The senior has averaged 8.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists during 27.5 minutes over 14 performances this season.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler's Aaron Thompson with the lob and Bryce Nze with the one-handed jam

Butler's Aaron Thompson with the lob and Bryce Nze with the one-handed jam

JANUARY 30, 2022 • Fox Sports

Bryce Nze brings 'energy' to Butler, and a lot more vs. Georgetown Bulldogs forward has 12 points, 12 rebounds, 3 blocks

JANUARY 29, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Late layup by Thompson carries Butler over Georgetown

Aaron Thompson made a layup with 1:06 left to give Butler the lead en route to a 56-53 win over Georgetown

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Butler basketball's Bryce Nze: 'We'll get through this' Bulldogs try to stop four-game losing streak

JANUARY 25, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Leads team in rebounding Nze finished with 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt) and four rebounds over 24 minutes during Sunday's 82-42 loss to Villanova.

Impact Nze and Chuck Harris were the only two Butler players to record double-digit points in the loss. Nze led the Bulldogs on the glass with four rebounds. The senior has averaged 8.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists during 27.2 minutes over nine appearances this season.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tenacious in loss Nze registered 12 points (5-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three steals over 32 minutes during Tuesday's 71-56 loss to Seton Hall.

Impact Nze fed Bryce Golden in the paint to open the scoring for Butler. The senior stuffed the stat sheet and recorded a season-high two blocks alongside his most aggressive night from the floor this season. He played a fairly clean game, recording no fouls, and only committing two turnovers during an aggressive passing effort to rally together a comeback. He will look to stay aggressive against Xavier on Friday.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rhoden, Yetna lead No. 24 Seton Hall past Butler 71-56

Jared Rhoden scored 17 points, Alexis Yetna had 14 points and 10 rebounds, and No. 24 Seton Hall beat Butler 71-56

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays 29 minutes in return Nze had seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 63-59 victory over DePaul.

Impact Nze made his first appearance in a game in over a month due to a shoulder injury suffered against Michigan State. He should continues to improve and put up better lines as he gets more comfortable back to game action. Butler will face off against UConn on Saturday.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In starting lineup Wednesday Nze (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against DePaul.

Impact Even after missing the last seven games, Nze will get the start in his return from a shoulder injury. Expect the veteran to play a big role in this contest as he looks to get his rhythm back.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will make return Wednesday Nze (shoulder) will be available for Wednesday's game against DePaul.

Impact Nze will return for the Big East opener after missing the last seven games due to a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder. In four games this season, Nze has averaged 6.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per contest. It's unclear if he will start and how limited he will be for the first few games.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be GTD for Big East opener Nze (shoulder) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against DePaul, Lukas Harkins of Heat Check CBB reports.

Impact Nze is still recovering from an early season shoulder injury against Michigan State. He has been progressing in recent weeks during practice. Nze would provide a big boost to the Bulldogs if he could return for the Big East opener this week.

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Without timetable for return Nze (shoulder) has not practiced yet and remains without a timetable for return, Butler beat writer Lukas Harkins reports. "Bryce and Bo (Hodges) are progressing a little bit bette...

Impact Nze's return to action doesn't appear imminent given his lack of practice participation. The senior should hold down a starting role for the Bulldogs when he's back at full health, but it's best to consider him sidelined indefinitely until word surfaces of some progress.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE