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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.
With Azavier Robinson gone, sophomore guard Jordan Ellerbee is set to vie for the backup point guard role, bringing his scoring instincts and quickness to a Butler team eager to play fast under Coach Ronald Nored
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 Nebraska men's basketball team will meet Butler in Chicago on November 22, marking the first regular‑season meeting between the programs since 1986 and adding a marquee game to a challenging non‑conference slate.
DJ Irving, a former Boston University standout and professional player in Spain, has been promoted to Associate Head Coach at Florida Gulf Coast University. Pat Chambers praised his recruiting, player development and relationship‑building skills, noting the team's first ASUN semifinal appearance since 2021 and record‑setting home streaks under his guidance.
The Eagles announced the promotion of DJ Irving to Associate Head Coach, citing his recruiting acumen, player development and relationship‑building that have already reshaped the program’s trajectory.
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.
After a sweeping turnover, head coach Pat Chambers has secured three key transfers — Bryson Lucas, Justin Houser and Nikolas Sermpezis — to reshape the roster ahead of the next season.