
As the Big East conference season heats up, fans are eager to watch UConn men’s basketball face off against Butler. This highly anticipated game will take place at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Tip-off is scheduled for Tuesday night, offering an exciting matchup between two top contenders.
UConn enters the game with a strong 10-1 record, while Butler holds an 8-2 overall mark and a 1-0 start in conference play. Butler features standout players like Michael Ajayi, the reigning Big East Player of the Week, and sharpshooter Finley Bizjack Jr. Ajayi leads the conference in rebounding with 11.9 boards per game and averages 17.4 points. Bizjack ranks second in the Big East in scoring, putting up 18.8 points per game with a 38.9 percent three-point shooting rate.
Viewing Options
Fans can catch the game live on television, with broadcasts available on major sports networks covering Big East contests. Additionally, radio listeners can tune into the UConn Sports Network or several local AM and FM stations, including Fox Sports Radio 97.9, WAVZ-New Haven 1300 AM, and WGCH-Greenwich 1490 AM. These platforms offer comprehensive coverage and commentary throughout the game.
Key Players to Watch
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Michael Ajayi – A 6-foot-7 grad transfer dominating both scoring and rebounding.
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Finley Bizjack Jr. – A reliable long-range shooter and high scorer.
- Jaime Kaiser Jr. – Maryland transfer contributing 10.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.
Butler’s roster has shown resilience despite the season-ending injury to point guard Jalen Jackson. Freshman Azavier "Stink" Robinson has stepped up impressively, adding depth to the starting lineup.
Last season, Butler challenged UConn closely, losing by a combined six points in two meetings. With both teams competing for Big East supremacy, Tuesday’s game promises intensity and high stakes.
Fans looking to experience top-tier college basketball should mark their calendars for this crucial Big East clash. The outcome will help clarify Butler’s position as a potential third-best team in the conference behind UConn and St. John’s.
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