Patrick McCaffery Shines with 23 Points Despite Butler's Loss
- Butler is coming off a close loss to the Austin Peay Governors, where they fell 68-66.
- Patrick McCaffery was a standout player for Butler, scoring 23 points in that game.
- The matchup against Western Michigan is crucial for both teams to improve their records in the early season.
Butler faced Western Michigan in Indianapolis on November 10, 2024, following a tightly contested game against the Austin Peay Governors. In that match, Butler lost by a narrow margin of 68-66, despite a standout performance by Patrick McCaffery, who scored 23 points. The Bulldogs, with a previous record of 1-1, have shown promise with a strong home record during the last season, finishing 12-6 at home. Conversely, Western Michigan entered the game with a 1-1 record as well but struggled significantly last season, managing only 12 wins overall and 3 wins on the road. Their defensive weaknesses were evident, allowing opponents to score an average of 74.9 points per game. As both teams sought to improve their standings in the early part of the season, this match set the stage for an engaging battle on the court.