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Providence 110, at Butler 113

Saturday, December 13, 2025 · Final · 2OT · Big East

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Providence Friars

15-18 · L1 · #86 (1525 ELO -9)

45 44 11 10 110

Butler Bulldogs

16-16 · L1 · #97 (1485 ELO +9)

41 48 11 13 113

Hinkle Fieldhouse · Indianapolis, IN

Attendance: 7,321

Officials: Nathan Hall, Matt Potter, Brian O'Connell

Butler Outlasts Providence in Double-Overtime Big East Thriller

INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — In a game that defied statistical norms and required two extra periods to decide, Butler outlasted Providence 113-110 in a marathon men’s basketball showdown Saturday at a raucous Hinkle Fieldhouse. The contest, a Big East Conference opener for both teams, was a showcase of offensive efficiency and resilience, featuring 18 lead changes and 10 ties before a crowd of 7,321. The combined final score of 223 points shattered the pregame over/under line of 169.5, underscoring the relentless pace and shot-making that defined the afternoon. Providence, the visiting team, fell to 7-5 overall and 0-1 in conference play.… Read more...

Top Statlines

Michael Ajayi BUTL 44m 28p 2a 1b
Jason Edwards PROV 32m 32p 6a 1b
Drayton Jones BUTL 32m 11p 8a 2b

Forecasting

ELO Probability BUTL 71.9%

Spread BUTL -6

Money Line BUTL -235/PROV +190

Over/Under 169.5 (Over)