Pregame analysis and predictions of the Villanova Wildcats vs. Butler Bulldogs NCAAM game to be played on January 3, 2026 on ESPN.

Amid a slow start this season that has them hovering around the play-in mix in the Western Conference, the Golden State Warriors are unlikely to significantly shake up their roster prior to the trade deadline.

The Bulldogs led briefly but couldn't recover after allowing a big run at the beginning of the game. Here's what we learned.

Eleven days earlier, Butler delivered the performance that punched Golden State’s ticket to the postseason. Against the same Memphis Grizzlies who had eliminated the Warriors from the Play-In Tournament back in 2021,

Butler tried to climb back into the game Tuesday night after surrendering an early lead. But the offense struggled and must improve.

Jimmy Butler’s trash talk toward Nets rookie Danny Wolf sparks debate, but his performance helps Warriors secure a needed road win.

Butler freshman Jack McCaffery was a key depth piece but has missed the last four games, and felt rather miserable until recently.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Creighton Bluejays vs. Butler Bulldogs NCAAM game from December 30, 2025 on ESPN.

Community members will have an opportunity to hear from Travel Butler County President & CEO Tracy Kocher, who will give a talk in Hamilton on Jan. 7 as part of the Celebrating Self luncheon series at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts.

Gia Scicutella had 14 points and knocked down a 3-pointer to help give Kinnelon a 41-35 victory over Butler in the consolation round of the Butler Holiday Tournament in Butler. Kylie Whalen had 12 points and Kelly Donaldson added 10 points for Kinnelon (2-3).

Bill Simmons decided to give one last shakeup in 2025 with a fantasy trade that’s hard to imagine. As a cynic about the Los Angeles Lakers’ chances, he recommends that LeBron James quit on them and go to the Bay.