At halftime, Butler Bulldogs are leading against the Missouri State Bears with a score of 39-36. The game is much closer than their previous matchup, where Butler won by a significant margin of 34 points. If Butler maintains their current performance, they are on track to start the season with a win, while Missouri State needs to step up their game to avoid starting on a losing note.
The Missouri State Bears will be starting their season on the road against the Butler Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Last season, Missouri State finished with a record of 16-15, aiming for a more successful campaign this year. Butler, on the other hand, ended the previous season with a record of 18-13. In their last encounter in November 2015, Butler dominated Missouri State with a final score of 93-59. The Bears are looking for redemption this time around, but the odds are against them according to experts.
Currently, Butler is favored by 15 points in the latest college basketball odds. The opening line had the Bulldogs as a 14.5-point favorite, with the over/under set at 140.5 points. Despite the odds, Missouri State is determined to prove the experts wrong and secure a victory. In their series history, Butler has won the only game played between these two teams in the last 9 years, back in November 2015.
The game is scheduled to resume at 6:45 p.m. ET, and fans can catch the action on Fox Sports 1 or stream it online using the CBS Sports App. For those unable to attend in person, tickets are available for $1.69. College basketball enthusiasts can also watch select matches on Fubo for free, with regional restrictions possibly applying. Be sure to tune in to witness the exciting conclusion of this matchup between the Butler Bulldogs and the Missouri State Bears.
