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Butler Bulldogs fall to Xavier Musketeers at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis
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What we learned from Xavier Musketeers win over Butler Bulldogs
Xavier downs Butler at Hinkle Fieldhouse
INDIANAPOLIS — Zach Freemantle's 24 points helped Xavier defeat Butler 91-78 on Wednesday. Freemantle added eight rebounds for the Musketeers (20-10, 12-7 Big East Conference).
Xavier took the lead with 13:09 left in the first half and did not give it up. The score was 44-40 at halftime, with Conwell racking up 14 points. Freemantle scored 16 points in the second half to help lead the way as Xavier went on to secure a victory, outscoring Butler by nine points in the second half.
The Xavier Musketeers (19-10, 11-7) continue their push for an invite to the NCAA Tournament when they take the court tonight against Big East rival Butler (13-16, 6-12) in Indianapolis. Xaver has won five straight and seven of their last eight to climb back into the NCAA Tournament bid conversation,
Zach Freemantle's 24 points helped Xavier defeat Butler 91-78 on Wednesday. Freemantle added eight rebounds for the Musketeers (20-10, 12-7 Big East Conference). Ryan Conwell shot 6 for 12 (5 for 8 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to add 21 points.
A night fit for a senior night celebration quickly turned to chants for Butler's rival ringing through Hinkle Fieldhouse. And a Pike grad was key in Xavier's win.
Xavier Musketeers (19-10, 11-7 Big East) at Butler Bulldogs (13-16, 6-12 Big East) Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Xavier faces Butler after Zach Freemantle scored 23 points in ...
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