Impact David was forced to miss a fifth consecutive game due to a knee injury. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against Creighton, but a timetable for his return isn't yet clear.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains sidelined Sunday David (knee) didn't appear in Sunday's 69-62 loss to Providence.
Sits out again David (knee) was inactive during Thursday's 75-56 loss to UConn.
Impact David has missed four straight games for Butler with a knee injury. The 6-foot-6 senior underwent a knee surgery in the offseason after his 2020-2021 season was cut short with a knee injury. David has played in 12 games for the Bulldogs this season, averaging 1.2 points and 1.5 rebounds on 9.5 minutes per game. David's expected status for Sunday's game against Providence is unknown.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Tuesday David (knee) won't play Tuesday against UConn.
Impact David will be sidelined for a third straight matchup, as he continues to deal with a lingering knee injury. The senior will have an opportunity to return to the floor in Butler's next contest Thursday against UConn.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not available Sunday David (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against Villanova, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact It's unclear if his nagging knee pain has anything to do with his offseason knee surgery. Either way, the 6-foot-6 senior is averaging just 1.2 points and 1.5 rebounds in 9.5 minutes this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Butler's rotation.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Clean bill of health David (knee) has been fully cleared for all basketball activities, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact David missed the first 13 games of the shortened 2020-21 season due to a knee injury before gradually easing back in. He even drew a couple starts in conference play before another knee issue resurfaced. While he was able to finish out the season playing single-digit minutes, it's noteworthy that Rothstein felt he needed to check his status with the head coach. David is unlikely to start for the Bulldogs this year, but he's still a fifth-year senior who brings valuable experience to the rotation.
OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bulldogs show some bite in 73-61 win over No. 8 Villanova
Chuck Harris scored 20 points and Jair Bolden added 15 to lead Butler to a 73-61 upset of No. 8 VillanovaFEBRUARY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unavailable Sunday David will not be available for Sunday's game against Villanova due to an apparent knee injury.
Impact David didn't make his debut this year until Jan. 30 as he was on the mend from a torn ACL he suffered the prior season. It's unclear if this instance is related to the old injury or if it's an entirely new issue as he unfortunately won't be able to take the floor during his Senior Day. His next chance to suit up will come March 6 in the team's final regular-season game against Creighton.
FEBRUARY 28, 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
Butler basketball's Christian David embraces Filipino heritage Versatile forward was raised in Canada
FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Making first career start David will make his first career start Wednesday against Marquette, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Following silent minutes in his first four appearances, David stepped up after Bryce Nze (groin) departed the previous contest and compiled nine points, three assists and a rebound. He could see even more minutes Wednesday with Nze sidelined Wednesday, making him a potentially viable fantasy option.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Saturday David (knee) won't take part in Saturday's game against Creighton, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact David has yet to play this season while coming back from a torn ACL suffered last January. He dressed for a game earlier in January but ultimately didn't play. It's unclear when he'll make his season debut, but his next opportunity comes Tuesday at DePaul.
JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dressed but no action David (knee) did not take the court Wednesday against Georgetown.
Impact While David was presumably available according to earlier reports, the senior ultimately did not see any action. He averaged double-digit minutes in both his sophomore and junior seasons with the Bulldogs, so he'll presumably get some usage in a depth capacity once Butler decides he's in the clear. David's next chance to debut will be Saturday against UConn.
JANUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will be available Wednesday David (knee) will dress for Wednesday's game against Georgetown, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact David will make his season debut after recovering from a torn ACL last January. As for how much he will play, that seems very much up in the air. The coaching staff will probably wait a couple weeks for David to get his legs under him before turning him loose.
JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jackson-Davis leads Indiana past injury-riddled Butler 68-60
Trayce Jackson-Davis scored 21 points and Armaan Franklin scored 20 and Indiana beat depleted Butler 68-60 in a Crossroads Classic Challenge gameDECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Saturday David (knee) remains out for Saturday's Crossroads Classics game against Indiana, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Davis is still going through the late stages of his rehab from ACL surgery he had back in January. The senior has recently still been going through non-contact drills in practice and remains without a firm timetable to return.
DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Still doing non-contact work David (knee) continues to participate in non-contact portions of practice with a goal of being able to return this season, according to the Butler basketball official site.
Impact It doesn't appear the needle has moved a ton from when David was first cleared for non-contact work in mid-November. Nonetheless, considering he suffered the torn ACL back on Jan. 21, it was never expected that he'd be ready early in the year. While a return this season may still be on the table, a redshirt year seems to look like a better option with each passing game missed.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Gets clearance for non-contact work David (knee) has been cleared to partake in non-contact work, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact It was already reported that David won't be ready for the start of the 2020-21 season, but his step forward in practice is at least a sign that his knee is coming along reasonably well. The senior's clearance for contact should be a better indicator that he's finally drawing close to making his season debut.
NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Butler basketball roster breakdown: Christian David 'learned to become a star in his role' In the buildup to the 2020-21 college basketball season, Butler Insider David Woods will break down the Bulldogs' roster, player-by-player.
NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • INDYSTAR.COM
Not ready for start of season Head coach LaVall Jordan said Wednesday that David (knee) is "on track" in his rehab, but the senior forward won't be available for Butler's season opener, David Woods of The India...
Impact Butler's 2020-21 schedule remains in flux due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but based on Jordan's comments, David doesn't look like he'll be ready to go if the Bulldogs start playing in early-to-mid December. David, who is still recovering from an ACL tear suffered last January, is still expected to be available for the majority of Butler's games, barring any further setbacks in his recovery from surgery. Before sustaining his injury last season, David averaged 2.6 points and 1.8 rebounds in 13.8 minutes per game.
OCTOBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
