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After a 16‑16 finish and a 7‑13 Big East record, the Butler Bulldogs are navigating a turbulent offseason marked by departures, a rookie head coach and a influx of newcomers.
The Butler Bulldogs finished a .500 campaign in the Big East, saw a cascade of player exits and a veteran coach’s retirement, and now face a uncertain future under a rookie head coach.
Indiana will open a two‑game series with Butler at Hinkle Fieldhouse in October 2026, while also meeting Western Kentucky and North Carolina in preseason contests, as the program looks to build momentum after a third consecutive NCAA Tournament miss.
The Big East’s 2026 offseason saw most teams stumble, with Butler’s 16‑16 record and a cascade of departures setting the stage for a pivotal rebuild under veteran coach Ronald Nored.
The 2025‑26 Big East season was defined by UConn, St. John’s and Villanova’s dominance, while Butler Bulldogs prepare for a major roster overhaul under new head coach Ronald Nored.