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Butler Falls 88-81 Against Connecticut - Game Recap

Connecticut grabbed a 88-81 win over Butler on Friday, behind a 20-point effort from Alex Karaban at Hinkle Fieldhouse.

Connecticut was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.0-point spread as a favorite.

Tristen Newton had 17 points for Connecticut and Cam Spencer chipped in with 14 points. Tristen Newton had 5 assists for them, while Stephon Castle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Butler got a 22-point performance from DJ Davis, who was supported by 19 points from Pierre Brooks II. Posh Alexander had 6 assists in a losing cause for Butler, while Andre Screen grabbed 6 rebounds.

Connecticut trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 31 boards, while Butler only had 22

Connecticut heads into a battle against Xavier. Butler, meanwhile, will have their next action against Marquette.