APRIL 2, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
LAMONT BUTLER #1 - GUARD - KENTUCKY WILDCATS
12.9 PPG •
3.1 RPG •
3.9 APG
12.9 PPG
3.1 RPG
3.9 APG
NCAA BK
Colgate
COLG
-
5 
Kentucky
UK
-
-
Lamont Butler's buzzer-beater evokes memories of Kris Jenkins' 2016 title-winning shot in Houston San Diego State's buzzer-beater to defeat FAU in the Final Four is a reminder of the last classic Final Four game in Houston.
Butler does it! San Diego State guard's buzzer-beater sinks FAU, puts Aztecs in national title game. HOUSTON — San Diego State coach Brian Dutcher just stood there while the net danced and pandemonium erupted around him. Players charged onto...
APRIL 2, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Butler's buzzer-beater sends San Diego State to title game
Lamont Butler made a jumper at the buzzer, sending San Diego State to its first national championship game with a 72-71 win over fellow mid-major Florida Atlantic in the Final FourAPRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
FAU's dream season sees crushing end in Final Four as San Diego State's Lamont Butler hits winning jumper at buzzer The Owls men’s basketball team, who led by 14 points with as little as 13:37 left in the game, saw Lamont Butler hit an 18-foot jump shot as...
APRIL 2, 2023 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM
Lamont Butler hits jumper at the buzzer, sending San Diego State to its first national championship game
Lamont Butler hits jumper at the buzzer, sending San Diego State to its first national championship gameAPRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Final Four predictions, expert picks, best bets for NCAA tournament
As the NCAA Tournament rolls on, betting expert Jason McIntyre is making picks for every single game. Here's how he's betting the Final Four...MARCH 31, 2023
Redeems himself Butler chipped in 18 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt) and two rebounds over 29 minutes during Sunday's 57-56 win over Creighton.
Impact During the Sweet Sixteen against No. 1 seed Alabama, Butler scored four points (1-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT) across 22 minutes. Fortunately for him, San Diego State pulled off an upset win in spite of his performance. Though slower tempo and struggles from both sides made the Aztecs' Elite Eight game against Creighton much more difficult, Butler stepped up and served as their best scorer en route to a one-point win. Thanks to Butler, for the first time ever, San Diego State will play Florida Atlantic in the tournament's Final Four on Saturday.
MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
All-around contributor in win Butler recorded 12 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two steals across 26 minutes during Saturday's 75-52 win over Furman.
Impact Butler amassed a game-high six assists versus the Paladins, and he's now totaled 19 points, 11 assists and eight boards throughout the Aztecs' first two rounds in the NCAA Tournament. The 6-foot-2 guard is surely going to have his work cut out for him if San Diego State is able to pull off the upset against No. 1 Alabama on Friday.
MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 19 points Butler logged 19 points (7-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 34 minutes during the Aztecs' 82-76 win Wednesday at Colorado State.
Impact Currently, Butler is the Aztecs' only non-senior part of their starting lineup that they have been regularly using since November. He has 14.3 points averaged across his last three games played. 2023 is expected to be Butler's best year output-wise. Presuming the Aztecs junior does not forgo collegiate eligibility and his senior teammates graduate during May, he will have an opportunity captaining this team.
JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pushing through the pain: San Diego State's Lamont Butler plays on after sister's death Nearly a year after his older sister's murder, the Aztecs guard is learning to cope with loss: "I think about her every day"
JANUARY 13, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
College basketball 2022-23 countdown: No. 15 San Diego State
San Diego State is an experienced, defensive-minded force. The Aztecs check in at No. 15 in John Fanta's preseason rankings.SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Booms for 16 points Butler chipped in 16 points (5-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one assist and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 53-52 loss to Boise State.
Impact Butler matched his season-high 16 points, scoring subtly and efficiently in a high-stakes Mountain West Championship loss. Saturday's performance marked Butler's seventh game with double-digit scoring this season. The sophomore is averaging 7.5 points on 39.0 percent shooting across 26 appearances.
MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Warming up Butler (wrist) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Nevada, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact Butler has started five games for the San Diego State this season, averaging 9.7 points, 2.1 rebounds, two assists, and two steals on 23.9 minutes per game. He has missed the previous five games for San Diego State but looks to have a chance to return today. If Butler is able to return the team will look forward to his prolific three-point shooting this season (47.1 percent).
JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Wednesday Butler (wrist) participated in Wednesday's practice session, Darnay Tripp of NBC 7 San Diego reports.
Impact Butler also participated in practice with a brace last week before he was held out against UNLV, but coach Brian Dutcher is hopeful that the sophomore will be available for Saturday's game against Colorado State. If he's active, he could have a minutes restriction following his five-game absence.
JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't play Saturday Butler (wrist) didn't appear in Saturday's win over UNLV.
Impact Butler was expected to play Saturday against UNLV after he participated in practice with a brace Wednesday and Friday. However, he was sidelined for a sixth consecutive matchup. The sophomore's next chance to return will be Wednesday against Fresno State.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Saturday Butler (wrist) is expected to play Saturday against UNLV, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact Butler was sidelined for the last four games due to a wrist injury but was medically cleared this week and practiced Wednesday and Friday. While coach Brian Dutcher expects Butler to play against UNLV, the sophomore could have his playing time monitored, even with Trey Pulliam (illness) sidelined.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Practicing with brace Butler (wrist) has been medically cleared and practiced Wednesday with a brace on his left wrist, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact Butler missed the last four games due to a wrist injury but is making progress in his recovery. The team hasn't indicated whether he'll be available for Saturday's game against UNLV, but if he's available, he could see increased playing time since Trey Pulliam (illness) has been ruled out.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Chance to return Dec. 28 Butler (wrist) could play in the San Diego Christian game on Dec. 28 but a Jan. 1 return against UNLV appears more likely according to coach Brian Dutcher, Jon Schaeffer of XTRA136...
Impact Butler suffered a broken wrist at the beginning of December. He underwent another X-ray this week and he is making solid progress. The team should have a better idea next week depending on what he is able to do in practice if he will be able to return.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
X-rays determine broken wrist Butler suffered a broken wrist in Tuesday's 72-47 victory over Long Beach State, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Impact The injury expects to leave the Aztecs without their primary point guard for roughly a month, though the timing is a bit fortunate with fewer games on the schedule due to the holidays and end-of-semester exams. Helping his case is the fact that he isn't expected to require surgery. Butler had been factoring in as more of a scorer in his second season with the program, increasing his shooting percentages across the board while posting 9.7 ppg. That scoring will now presumably fall in the hands of Keith Dinwiddie and Adam Seiko, while Trey Pulliam will likely take on more ball-handling reps.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bad break for Aztecs as Lamont Butler suffers wrist injury San Diego State starting guard is out four weeks with a broken wrist
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Butler carries San Diego St. over Georgetown 73-56
Lamont Butler had 16 points as San Diego State defeated Georgetown 73-56 at the Wooden LegacyNOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting Thursday Butler is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Arizona State, SunDevilSource.com reports.
Impact Butler will be making his first start this season and just his third overall in 31 total games for the Aztecs. The 6-2 sophomore has averaged 4.5 points, a rebound and a steal in 14.5 minutes per game this season but will enter the starting five in place of Adam Seiko to match up with the Sun Devils' small-ball lineup.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Plays usual bench role Butler (calf) collected four points (1-5 FG, 0-2 3PT, 2-2 FT) , three rebounds and an assist over 15 minutes Thursday versus Boise State.
Impact Butler was reportedly nursing a sore calf but managed his usual workload in Thursday's contest. Assuming the freshman avoided any setbacks, he should resume his usual bench role in the rotation moving forward.
FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with calf injury Butler is dealing with a calf injury, Jon Schaeffer of Fox Sports San Diego reports.
Impact The freshman has been nursing a sore calf since logging 18 minutes of action in Saturday's win over Fresno State. The Aztecs are hopeful that the guard can play in Thursday's contest.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
