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Butler vs. Northern Illinois: Beyond the box score

Paul Jorgensen chases after the ball during the Northern Illinois game. Jorgensen contributed 16 points, three assists and three rebounds in the win. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis.

JOSHUA DOERING | SPORTS EDITOR | jdoering@butler.edu

The Butler men’s basketball team put on an offensive masterpiece against Northern Illinois, cruising to a 95-68 win. Butler went on 13-2 and 14-2 runs in the first half, building a lead that ballooned to as much as 34. Here are three takeaways from a mesmerizing performance.

1. Butler’s could do no wrong on offense.

What the Bulldogs did in the first half was absolutely ridiculous.