SIMAS LUKOŠIUS NEWS

Pros and cons in win Lukosius logged 12 points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 78-70 victory over DePaul.

Impact Lukosius has failed to exceed eight points across his four prior contests, and he broke that streak on the back of eight free-throw attempts Wednesday. The sophomore is shooting just 29.3 percent from the field over that span. Foul-drawing prowess aside, it's been a cold stretch for Lukosius.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads route Lukosius recorded 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and five assists in 39 minutes during Saturday's 82-58 victory over California.

Impact Lukosius co-led Butler in scoring and assists, including a highlight-worthy, between-the-legs dime to Manny Bates for a slam. Lukosius is averaging 11.6 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game through 11 contests thus far.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Perseveres in win Lukosius posted 11 points (5-12 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), two rebounds, five assists and three steals across 27 minutes during Monday's 89-53 win over New Orleans.

Impact Lukosius took heavy contact to the face resulting in a bloodied mouth, but he returned to the contest. The 6-foot-6 sophomore led Butler with five assists and profiles as a pivotal combo guard.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler basketball's Simas Lukosius joins Bryce Golden in transfer portal Butler players are steadfastly loyal to their coach, so jettisoning Jordan comes at a risk of losing some of them.

APRIL 1, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Butler's Simas Lukosius: 'We all believed it's not over' Lithuanian freshman keeps Butler season going

MARCH 10, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Crushes Xavier late Lukosius posted 27 points (6-13 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 11-13 FT), seven rebounds and two assists over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 89-82 1OT win over Xavier.

Impact Lukosius carried Butler in crunch time and throughout overtime, banking in a clutch three and routinely connecting at the charity stripe. Chuck Harris (29 points) was the hero prior to fouling out -- a mantle which Lukosius quickly took over. Butler will look to orchestrate another upset against Providence on Thursday.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Butler's Simas Lukosius, did you mean to bank in the game-winner? 'No comment' Lukosius’ banked-in 3-pointer delivers road win

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Posts new career high Lukosius finished Tuesday's 76-59 loss to UConn with 17 points (7-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 25 minutes.

Impact Butler has been in the midst of a down season due to several key injuries, but Lukosius has been a bright spot in his freshman campaign. The shot volume isn't always there for the Bulldogs' sixth-man, but he was able to put up a career-best scoring total Tuesday. Lukosius has more than earned his spot on the fantasy radar in dynasty formats.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Simas Lukosius: 'Everybody is all about basketball' Butler freshman says his Lithuanian hometown resembles Indianapolis

JANUARY 3, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Leading scorer in victory Lukosius racked up 15 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and one assist across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 63-59 win over DePaul.

Impact Lukosius led Butler in scoring coming off the bench thanks to some otherworldly first-half shooting. The freshman logged 13 points in the opening period of play and his teammates were happy to feed the hot hand. He recorded a career-high 15 points on top of a career-high nine shot attempts from the floor. He emerged as a scoring threat in this win, and finally got the turnover issue that blighted his starts earlier this season under control. Through the first three games this season, the guard tallied 14 turnovers, over his last five games he has recorded only three.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Simas Lukosius scores 15 vs. DePaul: 'I play with confidence' Lithuanian freshman Simas Lukosius scores career-high 15 for Butler, sparks win over DePaul.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

Lukosius scores 15 to help lead Butler past DePaul 63-59

Simas Lukosius had 15 points off the bench to help lead Butler to a 63-59 win over DePaul

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leads team in rebounding Lukosius totaled four points (1-7 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes during Saturday's 77-48 loss to Purdue.

Impact Lukosius was able to garner five of Butler's 27 total defensive rebounds. His 28 minutes on the night are the most he has played since the first game of the season. Over his last five appearances, the freshman has averaged 4.6 points, three rebounds and two assists through 21 minutes.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 12 minutes Tuesday Lukosius (head) had six points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and one assist in 12 minutes during Tuesday's 68-57 win over Saginaw Valley State.

Impact Lukosius received a blow to the head last week against Chaminade, but it appears to have been a minor issue since he didn't miss a game. The freshman wing should continue to operate as a valuable reserve for the Bulldogs.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in on-court collision Lukosius amassed six points (2-3 FG, 2-2 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and one block in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 84-51 win over Chaminade.

Impact Lukosius saw more minutes than any other Butler reserve in this contest, as starting point guard Aaron Thompson was limited to 18 minutes, as he exited the game following multiple shots to the head. Lukosius didn't get away unscathed himself, as David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports that he was involved in a collision that drew blood, and looked "woozy" afterwards. There hasn't been any word on whether concussion protocol could eventually be in play here, but the freshman's status may be worth monitoring prior to next Tuesday's matchup against Saginaw Valley State.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Lukosius will retreat to the bench for Wednesday's game against Michigan State.

Impact Luksious added 5.0 points and 4.3 boards over 22.3 minutes per game in a starting role over the first three contests but could see his workload scaled back a bit beginning Wednesday with Aaron Thompson back from suspension. Even if that's not the case, he will at least have to wait a bit longer to see his first action of the night off the bench.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leading reserve in exhibition Lukosius had six points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four assists and four rebounds across 23 minutes in Friday's 73-68 exhibition victory over Indianapolis.

Impact Lukosius already had a bit of hype behind him as a candidate to see reserve point guard minutes for Butler, but Friday was one of the first real signs of evidence that he was going to be a rotation piece. He contributed across the board and collected both the most points and minutes of any Butler reserve. He brings size to the position at 6-6 and will help fill the void while Myles Tate and Bo Hodges work their way back from knee injuries. It's unclear if that means fantasy relevance outside of Big East only formats, but he's a player that should perhaps be on the radar in dynasty leagues.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE