Butler faces tough test vs No. 8 Nova
No. 8 Villanova presents a tough challenge for ButlerFEBRUARY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Nze lifts Butler past Seton Hall 61-52 Bryce Nze had 11 points and 13 rebounds to carry Butler to a 61-52 win over Seton Hall on Wednesday night.
FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
LaVall Jordan, Bryce Nze, Jair Bolden on Butler win over Seton Hall Butler basketball coach LaVall Jordan, guard Jair Bolden and forward Bryce Nze speak with media following the Bulldogs' win over Seton Hall...
FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Butler scores 30 to carry Holy Cross past Boston U. 86-75
Austin Butler had a career-high 30 points as Holy Cross topped Boston University 86-75FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nze lifts Butler past Seton Hall 61-52
Bryce Nze had 11 points and 13 rebounds to carry Butler to a 61-52 win over Seton HallFEBRUARY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Collects double-double in win Nze posted 11 points (4-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists through 35 minutes during the 61-52 win over Seton Hall on Wednesday.
Impact Nze was average in the win Wednesday. The forward struggled from the floor, but made up for it on the boards. Nze had sat out the past few matches due to a groin issue, but responded very well in his return to the lineup. He was on a tear prior to the issue and seemed to have not lost any time. He is in terrific form right now and covers multiple categories.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Wednesday David will come off the bench in Wednesday's game against Seton Hall, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact David had started each of the last two games with Bryce Nze out due a groin injury. With Nze back, David should return to his usual role off the bench going forward.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will start in return Nze (groin) will start Wednesday's game against Seton Hall, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Nze was announced to be active for the game earlier today. Despite missing the last two, Nze will head right back into the starting lineup. The senior is averaging 10.7 points and 7.7 rebounds in 30.8 minutes per game this season.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Skipping out Wednesday Hodges (calf) won't lace up the sneakers for Wednesday's game against Seton Hall.
Impact Hodges is set for his second consecutive absence for a Butler squad that was down three key pieces for the previous game. Bryce Nze does return to the fold down low, but Hodges being out along with Aaron Thompson (shoulder) should open minutes for Jair Bolden, Myles Tate and Christian David.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will play versus Seton Hall Nze (groin) will suit up for Wednesday's game against Seton Hall.
Impact Nze is the only one of the three players deemed questionable for the contest who will actually take the floor. Assuming his groin issue doesn't resurface, the senior should be in line for 30-plus minutes and will aim to continue a recent torrid four-game stretch prior to his injury, during which he averaged 17.5 points and 7.5 boards over 33 minutes.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Missing out Wednesday Thompson (shoulder) will sit out Wednesday's game against Seton Hall.
Impact Thompson was one of three players deemed questionable for the Bulldogs on Wednesday along with Bryce Nze (groin) and Bo Hodges (calf), but only Nze will give it a go. Without Thompson available, the Bulldogs will likely turn to Myles Tate for more time on the ball, while Myles Wilmoth, Jair Bolden and Christian David are candidates to receive some added playing time.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sports questionable tag Nze (groin) has been deemed questionable for Wednesday's game against Seton Hall, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Nze has missed the last two contests due to a groin issue that flared up against Georgetown on Feb. 13. His status will be one worth monitoring leading up to Wednesday, with Christian David and Myles Wilmoth both candidates to see additional playing time if Nze can't go.
FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to suit up Wednesday Hodges (calf) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Seton Hall, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Hodges did not play last Saturday against Xavier due to a calf strain. Hodges is one of three starters who will be questionable for Wednesday's contest. Hodges has averaged 9.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this season.
FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Deemed questionable for Wednesday Thompson (shoulder) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against Seton Hall, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Thompson is one of three Bulldogs who didn't take the floor Saturday for various reasons. The fact that he hasn't been ruled out for Wednesday is a good sign, but the senior's status for the contest could come down to the wire. Look for more information as the opening tip draws closer.
FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Butler basketball's Christian David embraces Filipino heritage Versatile forward was raised in Canada
FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Seton Hall looks to sweep Butler
Seton Hall goes for the season sweep over Butler after winning the previous matchup in NewarkFEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Freemantle leads Xavier past Butler 63-51
Zach Freemantle recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds as Xavier got past Butler 63-51FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
GALLERY: Butler Bulldogs at Xavier Musketeers basketball, February 21 The Xavier Musketeers hosted the Butler Bulldogs on Sunday, Feb. 21.
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM
Butler scores 23 to lift Holy Cross past Army 67-51
Austin Butler had 23 points and 12 rebounds as Holy Cross beat Army 67-51FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting Sunday Harris is starting Sunday's game against Xavier, Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Harris will return to the starting lineup for the first time in over a month with several Bulldogs out due to injuries Sunday. Over the last five games, Harris is averaging 15.2 points and 2.4 rebounds over 24.2 minutes per contest.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Xavier Bolden is starting Sunday's game against Xavier, Adam Baum of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Bolden came off the bench Wednesday, but he'll return to the starting five Sunday with Bo Hodges (calf) unavailable. He should see plenty of playing time with several contributors sidelined against Xavier.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not playing Sunday Thomspon is dealing with a thumb and shoulder injury and will not be available to play in Sunday's game against Marquette.
Impact Thompson must've suffered the injuries sometime during practice leading up to Sunday's game because he played a normal dose of minutes during Wednesday's loss to Marquette. With him sidelined, the Bulldogs will be without three of their usual starters as Chuck Harris should figure to slide into the starting unit in his place.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Sunday Nze (groin) won't be available for Sunday's game against Xavier due to a groin injury.
Impact Nze will miss a second straight contest due to a groin injury as he will be one of three starters for the Bulldogs who will be unavailable. The 6-7 senior averages 10.7 points and leads the squad with 7.7 rebounds per game as his absence should open up another start for Christian David.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Hodges (calf) will not play in Sunday's game against Xavier because of a calf strain,
Impact Hodges logged just three minutes in the second half against Marquette on Wednesday after apparently suffering a calf strain during the game. He'll be forced to miss Sunday's meeting with Xavier and his status for Wednesday's contest against Seton Hall is very much up in the air.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
