Butler Bulldogs Defeat Eastern Michigan Eagles 84-68
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Hinkle Fieldhouse
Butler Bulldogs 84, Eastern Michigan Eagles 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Butler Bulldogs?
Butler Bulldogs beat Eastern Michigan Eagles 84-68 at Hinkle Fieldhouse on December 2, 2025.
Who was favored in Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Butler Bulldogs?
Butler Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2800 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
The Butler Bulldogs secured a convincing 84-68 victory over the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Hinkle Fieldhouse, demonstrating their strength at home. This matchup was notable as it marked the second meeting between the two teams in the current season, with Butler also winning the first encounter 84-68.
Butler, boasting a home record of 7-1, has shown resilience despite a recent dip in form, with their last ten games yielding a record of 3-7. They entered this game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Providence Friars 81-91 in their previous outing. On average, Butler scored 73.5 points per game while allowing 79.4, indicating a defensive vulnerability that they aimed to address against Eastern Michigan.
In contrast, the Eastern Michigan Eagles came into the game with a 5-4 overall record but had struggled significantly in recent weeks. Their last ten games resulted in a disappointing 1-9 record, including a four-game losing streak. Their most recent match ended in a 69-77 loss to the Bowling Green Falcons. Eastern Michigan averaged 68.5 points scored per game and allowed 74.3, reflecting their own challenges on both ends of the court.
The game was played under favorable conditions at Hinkle Fieldhouse, a venue known for its electric atmosphere. The market had Butler heavily favored, with DraftKings setting the spread at -17.5 in favor of the Bulldogs, indicating strong confidence in their ability to dominate the game. The total for the game was set at 153.5, with over odds at -108.0 and under odds at -112.0, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams had been navigating their respective challenges throughout the season. Butler's ability to leverage their home-court advantage was critical, especially given their previous success against Eastern Michigan.
The scoring plays in the second half reflected Butler's offensive prowess, with key contributions from players like Finley Bizjack, who made a crucial three-point jumper, and Yohan Traore, who capped off the scoring with a dunk. The Bulldogs maintained control throughout the game, with their lead never in jeopardy after establishing a solid advantage.
Overall, the matchup showcased Butler's ability to bounce back from recent struggles, while Eastern Michigan continued to search for answers amid their ongoing losing streak. The Bulldogs' victory solidified their position as a formidable force at home, while the Eagles will need to regroup as they look to improve their performance in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BTLR -17.5 | 153.5 o -108 / u -112 | Eastern Michigan Eagles +1300 · Butler Bulldogs -2800 |
Leaders
- PointsFinley Bizjack29Butler Bulldogs
- AssistsFinley Bizjack4Butler Bulldogs
- ReboundsMichael Ajayi13Butler Bulldogs
- PointsMohammad Habhab15Eastern Michigan Eagles
- AssistsCarlos Hart5Eastern Michigan Eagles
- ReboundsCarlos Hart5Eastern Michigan Eagles
Recent form
Butler Bulldogs
Last 10: 3-7Streak L173.5 scored · 79.4 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L81-91vs Providence FriarsMar 11
- W81-71at DePaul Blue DemonsMar 7
- L59-76vs Creighton BluejaysMar 4
- L73-82at Villanova WildcatsFeb 26
- W80-75vs Xavier MusketeersFeb 21
- W93-89at Georgetown HoyasFeb 18
- L56-63vs Seton Hall PiratesFeb 15
- L70-80vs UConn HuskiesFeb 12
- L55-70at Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 7
- L87-97at Providence FriarsFeb 5
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Last 10: 1-9Streak L468.5 scored · 74.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- L69-77vs Bowling Green FalconsMar 6
- L67-72at Buffalo BullsMar 3
- L64-74vs Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 24
- L75-94at Toledo RocketsFeb 21
- W66-54vs Central Michigan ChippewasFeb 17
- L62-76vs Western Michigan BroncosFeb 14
- L91-95at Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 12
- L60-65at App State MountaineersFeb 7
- L64-66vs Akron ZipsFeb 3
- L67-70at Massachusetts MinutemenJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Eastern Michigan Eagles | Butler Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-58 | 29-56 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 8-14 | 11-20 |
| Three-point % | 57 | 55 |
| Free throws | 12-13 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 25 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 8 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-47Jon Sanders II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-48Yohan Traore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-49Yohan Traore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-51Finley Bizjack made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-52Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-52Mohammad Habhab made Dunk. Assisted by Mak Manciel.
- 2nd Half43-53Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-54Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-54Mak Manciel made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-54Mak Manciel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-56Yohan Traore made Layup. Assisted by Azavier Robinson.
- 2nd Half46-59Azavier Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Evan Haywood.
- 2nd Half48-59Godslove Nwabude made Dunk. Assisted by Mohammad Habhab.
- 2nd Half50-59Mohammad Habhab made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-59Mohammad Habhab made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-61Jamie Kaiser Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Azavier Robinson.
- 2nd Half52-61Mohammad Habhab made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-61Mohammad Habhab made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-62Jack McCaffery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-63Jack McCaffery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-65Michael Ajayi made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half55-65Addison Patterson made Dunk. Assisted by Carlos Hart.
- 2nd Half55-67Michael Ajayi made Dunk. Assisted by Finley Bizjack.
- 2nd Half55-69Finley Bizjack made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-69Mohammad Habhab made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-71Yame Butler made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-73Drayton Jones made Dunk.
- 2nd Half59-73Addison Patterson made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-73Addison Patterson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-74Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-75Finley Bizjack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-76Michael Ajayi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-77Michael Ajayi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-78Evan Haywood made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-79Evan Haywood made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-82Finley Bizjack made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Ajayi.
- 2nd Half62-82Mohammad Habhab made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-82Merritt Alderink made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gregory Lawson II.
- 2nd Half68-82Merritt Alderink made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-84Yohan Traore made Dunk. Assisted by Jack McCaffery.
Win probability
Above the line favours Butler Bulldogs, below favours Eastern Michigan Eagles.
Venue
- Hinkle FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance6423
- OfficialsJames Breeding, John Cahill Jr., Peter Larson
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