Butler Bulldogs
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Preview · Tue 11/17, 7 PM ET
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· Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
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The model's call
Rating model v1 · updated Sun Nov 15, 2:59 PM ETBTLR -8.6model spread
163.5model total
73possessions
No line yet. SoCon lines usually post about a day ahead; once books post, the model's side and total leans show here in color.
OverUnderFavoriteUnderdogThe colored fill is the gap between the model and the market: a full chip means 6 points or more. The number on each chip is that gap.
Projections come from opponent-adjusted offense, defense and pace for every D-I team, with home court. Player absences are not in the number yet. A lean is the gap between the model and the market, not a guarantee. 21+.
Players to watch
Box-score ratings, points per 100 possessions vs an average D-I player
Best overall
Samuel Dada WCU · F
+12.0#1 overall in SoCon
Offensive engine
Tayeshaun Smith WCU · F
+3.6#4 offense in SoCon
Defensive anchor
Isaiah Manning WCU · G
+0.8#23 defense in SoCon
Best overall is the top net rating among regulars in this game; offensive engine and defensive anchor are the best on each end. Ranks are among 157 rated SoCon players. Early in the season these lean on last year's numbers. Tap a player for his profile.
Team ratings
| WCU | BTLR | |
|---|---|---|
| Net rating | +2.0 #138 | +8.4 #87 |
| Offense | 111.1 #90 | 111.3 #85 |
| Defense | 109.0 #244 | 102.9 #115 |
| Tempo | 70.1 #199 | 73.7 #28 |
| Games this season | 4 | 4 |
Per 100 possessions, adjusted for opponent and venue; # is the D-I rank of 365. Defense: lower is better. Full table on the ratings page.
Line, rest and travel
No line posted yet. When SoCon lines post →
| Team | Rest days | Miles in | Time zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Carolina Catamounts | 2 | 348 | same |
| Butler Bulldogs | non-SoCon team, not tracked | ||
Miles are an estimate from the travel model.