INDIANAPOLIS – No. 15/14 Xavier continued a tough BIG EAST road stretch on Saturday, falling to No. 12/13 Butler, 83-78 at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Four Musketeers hit double figures in a down-to-the-wire battle as Xavier moved to 13-4 overall and 3-2 in BIG EAST play.
Edmond Sumner posted a game-high 22 points, all scored in the second half. In the final 20 minutes, he shot 5-of-7 from the floor and 12-13 at the line to keep the Musketeers within striking distance down the stretch.
J.P. Macura finished with 16 points after an 11-point second half, going 4-of-8 from outside for the game.