Butler Bulldogs Fall to Xavier Musketeers in Big East Matchup

Despite a brief lead in the second half, Butler's defensive struggles contribute to their fifth loss in six games.

Butler Bulldogs lose to Xavier Musketeers 85-71, marking their fifth loss in six Big East basketball games.
Desmond Claude, Dayvion McKnight, and Quincy Olivari lead Xavier's victory with 26, 20, and 15 points respectively.
Pierre Brooks II and Posh Alexander score 22 and 21 points respectively for Butler, with Alexander scoring the last 11 points of a 13-0 run that briefly put the Bulldogs ahead in the second half.
Butler's defense struggles throughout the game, allowing Xavier to outscore them 48-2 during three spurts.
Butler's all-time record against Xavier at Cincinnati drops to 5-28.