Butler Bulldogs Triumph Over Georgetown Hoyas in Big East Basketball
Pierre Brooks II shines with 20 points and 11 rebounds, contributing to a balanced attack and strong defense.
- Butler Bulldogs basketball team defeated Georgetown Hoyas with a score of 90-66, with all five starters scoring in double figures.
- Pierre Brooks II, a Michigan State transfer, was a standout player, scoring 13 unanswered points in a span of 3 minutes, 15 seconds and finishing the game with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
- The Bulldogs shot 57% and made 11 shots in a row during the first half, leading to a 15-0 run and a 35-23 lead.
- Butler's victory was also marked by strong defense, with Georgetown shooting only 35% from the field and 26.5% on 3s.
- Butler (13-7, 4-5) is trying to keep NCAA tournament hopes alive, with their odds of making the field posted at 3%.