Xavier vs. Butler: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
Big East play features the No. 19 Xavier Musketeers (22-8, 14-5 Big East) at home against the Butler Bulldogs (14-16, 6-13 Big East) on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET.
In its most recent game, Xavier beat Providence on Wednesday, 94-89. Its high scorer was Souley Boum with 33 points. On Tuesday, in its last game, Butler fell to Marquette 72-56. With 13 points, Jayden Taylor was its leading scorer.
When is Xavier vs. Butler and when does it start?
This matchup between the Musketeers and Bulldogs is scheduled to tip off on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Xavier vs. Butler
The Musketeers and Bulldogs will hit the court at Cintas Center for this matchup on March 4, and if you’d like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on FS1.
Xavier Musketeers vs. Butler Bulldogs Game Preview
Xavier Stats, Odds & Insights
Xavier averages 82.3 points per game (ninth in college basketball) while giving up 74.8 per outing (308th in college basketball). It has a +225 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 7.5 points per game.
The Musketeers are averaging 82.3 points, 15.0 more than the Bulldogs concede.
Xavier makes 7.7 three-pointers per game (150th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.7. It shoots 39.9% from deep while its opponents hit 36.6% from long range.
Offensively, the Musketeers have performed better when playing at home this year, averaging 84.0 points per game, compared to 80.5 per game away from home.
Xavier has seen a decrease in scoring lately, racking up 78.6 points per game in its last 10 contests, 3.7 points fewer than the 82.3 it has scored this year.
Butler Stats, Odds & Insights
Butler puts up 65.3 points per game (328th in college basketball) while allowing 67.3 per outing (98th in college basketball). It has a -61 scoring differential and has been outscored by 2.0 points per game.
The Bulldogs average 65.3 points, 9.5 fewer than the Musketeers allow.
Butler connects on 6.6 three-pointers per game (267th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.4. It shoots 33.4% from deep, and its opponents shoot 32.5%.
The Bulldogs average 69.4 points per game at home, and 60.6 away.
Butler has played worse offensively in its last 10 games, putting up 57.9 points per contest, 7.4 fewer points its than season average of 65.3.
Musketeers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souley Boum | 30 | 17.0 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 2.2 |
| Zach Freemantle | 22 | 15.2 | 8.1 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.6 |
| Colby Jones | 29 | 15.2 | 5.2 | 4.6 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| Jack Nunge | 30 | 14.2 | 7.9 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.1 |
| Adam Kunkel | 28 | 10.0 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 1.8 |
Bulldogs Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayden Taylor | 30 | 13.1 | 3.8 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 1.5 |
| Manny Bates | 25 | 11.8 | 5.6 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 2.0 | 0.0 |
| Simas Lukosius | 30 | 11.3 | 4.1 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 1.8 |
| Chuck Harris | 27 | 10.6 | 3.2 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 1.3 |
| Eric Hunter Jr. | 30 | 8.2 | 3.9 | 2.7 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 1.0 |
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