A fresh perspective from Hinkle’s courtside. Butler is 2-3 in Big East play after the road loss to Creighton on Jan. 9. Collegian file photo.
In what may be the most difficult leg of Butler’s conference schedule, the worst is seemingly over. After facing three straight ranked opponents (No. 1 Villanova, No. 5 Xavier, No. 21 Seton Hall), the Bulldogs concluded the stretch with an 85-74 loss at No. 25 Creighton on Jan. 9.
Final from Omaha. pic.twitter.com/hdkutBWV1a
— Butler Basketball (@ButlerMBB) January 10, 2018
With the loss, Butler’s overall record shifts to 12-6 and 2-3 against Big East teams.