Butler to Visit Vanderbilt on Sunday

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Two undefeated teams will face off on Sunday afternoon as the Vanderbilt Commodores host the Butler Bulldogs at 3 p.m. ET, 2 p.m. CT. Watch the game on SEC Network+.
 
Game Details
Date: Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM EST | 2:00 PM CST
Location: Nashville, Tenn. – Memorial Gymnasium
Live Stats: VUCommodores.com (Statbroadcast)
Watch: SEC Network+
 
Key Points about the Bulldogs
– Butler secured a historic win over Indiana in their last game.
– Caroline Strande led the team with 14 points and eight rebounds.
– Sydney Jaynes made critical baskets in the fourth quarter, finishing with 11 points.
– Karsyn Norman and Ari Wiggins had a combined six assists with zero turnovers.
– Butler’s defense limited Indiana to 18 points in the second half.
– The Bulldogs have a 3-0 record for the first time since 2019-20.
– Butler ranks first in the BIG EAST and 24th nationally in blocks per game.
– Cristen Carter leads the conference in blocks and total rebounds.
– Butler has outscored opponents significantly in the fourth quarter this season.
– Caroline Strande was selected to the Preseason All-BIG EAST Team.
 
BIG EAST Standings
Butler is currently at the top of the BIG EAST standings with a 3-0 record.
 
Scouting Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt is also undefeated this season with a 3-0 record. Coach Shea Ralph has led the Commodores to early success, with key players like Khamil Pierre making an impact.
 
All-Time Series
Sunday’s game will mark the fourth meeting between Vanderbilt and Butler.
 
Last Meeting vs. Vanderbilt
In their last encounter, Vandy defeated Butler 51-39.
 
Trending Up
Butler has shown positive trends in free throw attempts, rebounding, and bench contributions early in the season.
 
Spread the Love
Different players have stepped up as leading scorers in each of Butler’s first three games.
 
Battle Tested
Butler’s ability to fight back from deficits was evident in their win over Indiana.
 
Move the Ball
The Bulldogs have showcased good ball movement, recording assists on many made field goals.
 
Austin Parkinson Reaches 250 Career Wins
Coach Austin Parkinson reached a career milestone of 250 wins.
 
Signature BIG EAST Wins
Butler secured important wins last season against top BIG EAST teams.
 
Bulldogs on the Big Stage
Butler will play at Madison Square Garden this season and have games televised on FS1.
 
Gulf Coast Showcase
Butler will compete in the Gulf Coast Showcase alongside top teams from across the country.
 
Cheers To 50
The program is celebrating 50 years of women’s basketball at Butler.
 
Welcome Back
The Bulldogs return a strong core of scorers from last season.
 
Up Next
Butler has two home games coming up against Indiana State and UMass Lowell.