NCAAB · Final

Butler Bulldogs Defeat Seton Hall Pirates 77-66

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Prudential Center

Butler Bulldogs 77, Seton Hall Pirates 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Butler Bulldogs vs Seton Hall Pirates?

Butler Bulldogs beat Seton Hall Pirates 77-66 at Prudential Center on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Butler Bulldogs vs Seton Hall Pirates?

Seton Hall Pirates were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.

In a notable matchup, the Butler Bulldogs triumphed over the Seton Hall Pirates with a final score of 77-66 at the Prudential Center on January 17, 2026. This victory marks Butler's first win against Seton Hall this season, having lost both previous encounters last year. The Bulldogs showcased a strong performance, overcoming a recent four-game losing streak and improving their away record to 1-3.

Seton Hall entered the game with a home record of 14-4 and had been performing well overall, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games. However, they faced a setback with their most recent game resulting in a loss to the UConn Huskies, which halted their momentum. The Pirates averaged 71.4 points scored and allowed 64.2 points over their last ten games, indicating a solid defensive effort despite their recent struggles.

Butler, on the other hand, had been struggling with a 4-6 record in their last ten games and had not won on the road prior to this match. The Bulldogs averaged 78.4 points scored and allowed 79.1 points during that stretch, highlighting their offensive capabilities but also their defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent losses included a defeat against the Xavier Musketeers, where they conceded 89 points.

The game began with both teams showcasing their strengths, but it was Butler's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities that ultimately made the difference. In the second half, AJ Staton-McCray and Drayton Jones each made crucial free throws that extended Butler's lead. The Bulldogs maintained composure under pressure, converting key free throws down the stretch, including a pair from Michael Ajayi that sealed the victory.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this critical encounter. The betting lines from DraftKings had Seton Hall favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 144.5. The home moneyline was listed at -278.0, while Butler's was at 225.0, indicating that the market favored the Pirates to win.

As for the conditions of the game, it was held at the Prudential Center, a venue known for its energetic atmosphere, which typically favors the home team. However, Butler's performance showed that they could thrive even in challenging environments, managing to secure a significant win on the road.

Viewers should have noted Butler's resilience and strategic execution as they overcame their recent form. The Bulldogs demonstrated a capacity to perform under pressure, which could be crucial as they look to build on this victory moving forward. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of college basketball, where momentum can shift rapidly, and any team can emerge victorious.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HALL -6.5	144.5 o -115 / u -105	Butler Bulldogs +225 · Seton Hall Pirates -278

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Leaders

PointsAJ Staton-McCray17Seton Hall Pirates
AssistsMike Williams3Seton Hall Pirates
ReboundsNajai Hines16Seton Hall Pirates
PointsFinley Bizjack25Butler Bulldogs
AssistsAzavier Robinson5Butler Bulldogs
ReboundsMichael Ajayi8Butler Bulldogs

Recent form

Seton Hall Pirates

Last 10: 8-2Streak L171.4 scored · 64.2 allowed per game3-2 at home

L64-69vs UConn HuskiesJan 14
W76-67at Georgetown HoyasJan 10
W56-54vs Creighton BluejaysJan 4
W79-73at Marquette Golden EaglesDec 31
L56-64vs Villanova WildcatsDec 24
W72-67at Providence FriarsDec 19
W81-59vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 14
W78-67at Kansas State WildcatsDec 6
W77-61vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 4
W75-61at Washington State CougarsNov 26

Butler Bulldogs

Last 10: 4-6Streak L478.4 scored · 79.1 allowed per game0-3 away

L75-89at Xavier MusketeersJan 14
L70-84vs St. John's Red StormJan 7
L67-85vs Villanova WildcatsJan 3
L85-89at Creighton BluejaysDec 31
W101-52vs NJIT HighlandersDec 22
W61-58vs Northwestern WildcatsDec 20
L60-79at UConn HuskiesDec 17
W113-110vs Providence FriarsDec 13
L68-77vs Boise State BroncosDec 6
W84-68vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 3

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Butler Bulldogs	Seton Hall Pirates
Field goals	20-44	23-64
Field goal %	45	36
Three-pointers	4-18	3-17
Three-point %	22	18
Free throws	33-41	17-25
Free throw %	80	68
Rebounds	27	45
Offensive rebounds	5	21
Defensive rebounds	22	24
Assists	7	11
Steals	8	5
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	8	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	13	4
Fast-break points	2	9
Points in the paint	32	34
Fouls	19	27
Largest lead	17	7
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	72	19

How the scoring went

2nd Half55-39Yohan Traore makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half55-42Mike Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trey Parker assists)
2nd Half55-44Josh Rivera makes 4-foot dunk (Trey Parker assists)
2nd Half55-46Josh Rivera makes 3-foot dunk (Mike Williams assists)
2nd Half56-46Michael Ajayi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-47Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-48Stephon Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-48Finley Bizjack makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-48Finley Bizjack makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-49Stephon Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-49Jamie Kaiser Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-51Najai Hines makes layup (Mike Williams assists)
2nd Half60-51Finley Bizjack makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-51Finley Bizjack makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-52AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-53AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-55AJ Staton-McCray makes layup (Najai Hines assists)
2nd Half63-55Azavier Robinson makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half63-56AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-57AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-57Michael Ajayi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-57Michael Ajayi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-57Drayton Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-57Drayton Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-59Adam Clark makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half68-59Drayton Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-59Drayton Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-61Najai Hines makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half71-61Finley Bizjack makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half71-62Najai Hines makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-62Azavier Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-62Azavier Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-63AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-64AJ Staton-McCray makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-64Drayton Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-64Drayton Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-65Trey Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-66Trey Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-66Michael Ajayi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-66Michael Ajayi makes free throw 2 of 2