Butler Bulldogs Face Northwestern Wildcats in Highly Anticipated College Basketball Matchup

The Butler Bulldogs and the Northwestern Wildcats clashed in a highly anticipated college basketball matchup on Thursday, November 28, at the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona. This neutral site game marked another exciting encounter in the non-conference season for both teams.

Butler, with a 4-1 record, has been on a strong run since their second-game loss to Austin Peay. The Bulldogs have secured convincing victories over Missouri State, Western Michigan, SMU, and most recently, a 78-39 win against Merrimack.

Northwestern, boasting a 5-1 record in non-conference play, has also been performing well. After an initial loss to Dayton, the Wildcats have been on a winning streak, including a recent 68-50 victory over Pepperdine. However, their three-point shooting has been a concern this season, dropping to 31.7% from last season’s 39%.

The matchup is significant given Butler’s historical dominance over Northwestern, with the Bulldogs holding a perfect 5-0 record against the Wildcats. Their last meeting resulted in a two-point Butler victory in the 2016-17 season.

From a betting perspective, Butler is seen as a favorable pick, with odds of +102 on the moneyline and a spread of +1.5. Analysts suggest that Butler’s strong three-point efficiency, ranking 12th in the nation with a 41.1% success rate, could be a decisive factor in the game.

The game was broadcast on CBS Sports Network and available for streaming on platforms like fuboTV, allowing fans to catch the action live.