Connecticut 80, at Butler 70

INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — In a game defined by a decisive second-half surge, the Connecticut Huskies methodically pulled away from the Butler Bulldogs for an 80-70 victory in a Big East Conference men’s basketball game Wednesday night at a sold-out Hinkle Fieldhouse. The Huskies, improving to 23-2 overall and maintaining their grip on the conference lead, used a combination of efficient offense and stifling interior defense to turn a narrow three-point halftime lead into a comfortable double-digit win. The Bulldogs, who fought valiantly in front of 8,644 fans, fell to 13-12. Connecticut guard Solo Ball led all scorers with 24 points,… Read more...