NCAAB · Final

Butler Bulldogs Defeat South Carolina Gamecocks 79-72

Friday, November 21, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Colonial Hall

Butler Bulldogs 79, South Carolina Gamecocks 72, 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 South Carolina Gamecocks?

Butler Bulldogs beat South Carolina Gamecocks 79-72 at Colonial Hall on November 21, 2025.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Butler Bulldogs edged out the South Carolina Gamecocks with a final score of 79-72 at Colonial Hall. Both teams entered the game with identical records of 4-1, making this fixture particularly intriguing as they sought to establish early dominance in the season. The Bulldogs' victory not only showcased their resilience but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure.

The Gamecocks had been enjoying a strong run, winning four consecutive games leading into this matchup, with their last five games showing a record of 4-1. South Carolina averaged 82.0 points scored while allowing 68.4 points during this stretch. Their home record stood impressively at 6-1, reflecting their prowess at Colonial Hall. In contrast, Butler's recent form was less consistent, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games and a streak of one loss. The Bulldogs averaged 80.7 points scored and allowed 77.2 points in that same timeframe, indicating a tendency to engage in high-scoring affairs.

Butler's away record was notably weaker at 1-4, which added an element of uncertainty as they faced a strong South Carolina team on its home court. The Bulldogs had previously demonstrated their offensive capabilities, scoring over 100 points in one of their earlier games this season, but they also struggled defensively at times, which was evident in their overall points allowed.

The two teams had not met recently, making this game a fresh chapter in their competitive history. With both teams eager to secure a victory, the stakes were high, and the atmosphere was charged with anticipation.

Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing them to field their best players. This contributed to the high level of play observed throughout the game.

From a betting perspective, the odds reflected a competitive matchup, with the market indicating a closely matched contest. The odds were provided by an unnamed provider, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the outcome given both teams' recent performances.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with a standard court setup and no significant external factors affecting play. Fans in attendance witnessed a thrilling contest that showcased the skills and strategies of both teams.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. In the second half, crucial scoring plays by Butler, including a three-point jumper by Finley Bizjack, helped the Bulldogs maintain their lead. South Carolina fought hard to close the gap, with Meechie Johnson and Eli Ellis contributing valuable points, but ultimately fell short. The final minutes saw Butler's Jamie Kaiser Jr. sealing the game with free throws, solidifying their victory and leaving the Gamecocks with a disappointing result.

Overall, this matchup served as an important early-season indicator for both teams, with Butler emerging victorious and South Carolina needing to regroup as they move forward in the season.

Leaders

PointsMeechie Johnson24South Carolina Gamecocks
AssistsKobe Knox4South Carolina Gamecocks
ReboundsMike Sharavjamts6South Carolina Gamecocks
PointsFinley Bizjack18Butler Bulldogs
AssistsFinley Bizjack3Butler Bulldogs
ReboundsMichael Ajayi14Butler Bulldogs

Recent form

South Carolina Gamecocks

Last 10: 6-4Streak W476.6 scored · 71.3 allowed per game6-1 at home

W87-58vs Radford HighlandersNov 19
W81-61vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 13
W83-79vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesNov 9
W91-72vs North Carolina A&T AggiesNov 5
L68-72at Arkansas RazorbacksMar 12
L65-75at Tennessee VolunteersMar 8
L64-73vs Georgia BulldogsMar 4
W72-53vs Arkansas RazorbacksMar 1
L71-101at Missouri TigersFeb 26
W84-69vs Texas LonghornsFeb 23

Butler Bulldogs

Last 10: 4-6Streak L180.7 scored · 77.2 allowed per game1-4 away

L85-87at SMU MustangsNov 15
W98-66vs Chicago State CougarsNov 12
W112-80vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 8
W88-58vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 6
L57-78at St. John's Red StormMar 13
W75-69at Providence FriarsMar 12
L74-87at Creighton BluejaysMar 8
L78-91vs Xavier MusketeersMar 6
L70-80at Villanova WildcatsMar 1
L70-76vs St. John's Red StormFeb 27

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
Florida	27-8	-	16-2
Arkansas	28-9	3	13-5
Alabama	25-10	3	13-5
Vanderbilt	27-9	5	11-7
Tennessee	25-12	5	11-7
Texas A&M	22-12	5	11-7
Georgia	22-11	6	10-8
Kentucky	22-14	6	10-8
Missouri	20-13	6	10-8
Texas	21-15	7	9-9
Auburn	22-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma	21-16	9	7-11
Mississippi State	13-19	11	5-13
Ole Miss	15-20	12	4-14
South Carolina	13-19	12	4-14
LSU	15-17	13	3-15

Box score

Stat	Butler Bulldogs	South Carolina Gamecocks
Field goals	27-56	25-62
Field goal %	48	40
Three-pointers	5-12	7-26
Three-point %	42	27
Free throws	20-34	15-22
Free throw %	59	68
Rebounds	48	29
Offensive rebounds	15	9
Defensive rebounds	33	20
Assists	9	10
Steals	6	8
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	10	7
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	12
Fast-break points	14	11
Points in the paint	42	32
Fouls	17	25
Largest lead	15	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half48-34Yohan Traore made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-35Elijah Strong made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-35Michael Ajayi made Jumper.
2nd Half50-37Elijah Strong made Jumper. Assisted by Meechie Johnson.
2nd Half50-39Mike Sharavjamts made Layup.
2nd Half52-39Finley Bizjack made Jumper.
2nd Half52-41Meechie Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half52-42Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-43Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-44Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-44Drayton Jones made Layup. Assisted by Finley Bizjack.
2nd Half56-44Drayton Jones made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half56-47Kobe Knox made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Meechie Johnson.
2nd Half56-49Mike Sharavjamts made Layup. Assisted by Kobe Knox.
2nd Half56-52Eli Ellis made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half58-52Drayton Jones made Dunk. Assisted by Finley Bizjack.
2nd Half61-52Finley Bizjack made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Ajayi.
2nd Half61-54Mike Sharavjamts made Layup. Assisted by Kobe Knox.
2nd Half63-54Jalen Jackson made Jumper.
2nd Half63-56Jordan Butler made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half64-56Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-56Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-58Meechie Johnson made Layup.
2nd Half67-58Michael Ajayi made Dunk.
2nd Half67-60Eli Ellis made Layup.
2nd Half68-60Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-60Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-60Jamie Kaiser Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Ajayi.
2nd Half72-62Eli Ellis made Layup.
2nd Half72-63Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-64Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-65Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-65Finley Bizjack made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Ajayi.
2nd Half75-67Meechie Johnson made Jumper.
2nd Half75-69Eli Ellis made Layup.
2nd Half76-69Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-69Jamie Kaiser Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-72Meechie Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kobe Knox.
2nd Half78-72Jamie Kaiser Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-72Jamie Kaiser Jr. made Free Throw.