RECAP: Xavier wins a wild one at Hinkle

Game Summary

At this point in the season, it is no secret that no lead is safe against the Butler Bulldogs. However, just because you blow a big lead against them doesn’t mean you can’t take it back.

Xavier came into Hinkle Fieldhouse ready to play and after Butler took a 9-4 lead, the Musketeers unleashed a furious 25-2 run, earning a commanding 18-point lead. The Bulldogs battled back, as they have several times this season. The lead was cut to 10 by halftime.

Butler started the second half out strong, and with 12:47 remaining in regulation, a Sean McDermott three gave Butler its first lead since the early-going. Butler maintained a slim lead until Trevon Bluiett was fouled shooting a…