The Butler Bulldogs take on the Connecticut Huskies on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, CT. This game is part of the Big East conference. Connecticut is the favorite, with a spread of -14.5, while Butler is the underdog with a spread of +14.5.
Butler has a record of 8-2, and Connecticut stands at 10-1. Both teams have shown strong performances in the Big East. The game will be on TV on PEAC. With Connecticut ranked #5, they are expected to have the upper hand in this matchup.
Butler Bulldogs Team Preview
The Butler Bulldogs have had a strong start to their season. With an overall record of 8-2, they show promise in their conference, the Big East. They stand out with a 2-1 record in away games this season.
Butler’s offense is a high-scoring one, averaging 90.1 points per game. Their field goal percentage sits at 49.3, which ranks them 44th in the country. They also excel in rebounding, pulling down 43.4 rebounds per game, placing them 13th nationally.
The team’s top performer is Michael Ajayi, who averages 17.4 points and 11.9 rebounds per game. Finley Bizjack also contributes significantly with 18.8 points per game. Jamie Kaiser Jr. adds 10.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, rounding out a solid core for the Bulldogs.
Connecticut Huskies Team Preview
The Connecticut Huskies have had a strong season so far. Their current record is 10-1, with a solid 7-1 record at home. They are ranked #5 in the AP poll and are part of the Big East Conference.
In recent games, the Huskies have been performing well. They have won their last three games. This includes a win over the Texas Longhorns by 8 points at home, where they shot 54.7% from the field.
On offense, the Huskies average 79.0 points per game. Their field goal percentage is 49.6%, which is 37th in the nation. They have been effective at sharing the ball, averaging 18.4 assists per game, placing them 32nd in this category.
Betting Prediction
Butler is getting +14.5 points, which seems like good value. The Bulldogs have been strong against the spread as underdogs, going 2-0 in such games. They are also on a solid run, winning 8 out of their last 10 games straight up.
Connecticut may be favored, but they have struggled against the spread. The Huskies are just 3-8 ATS in all games this season. This includes a 3-6 record as favorites, which doesn’t inspire much confidence.
Butler’s offense is potent, scoring 90.1 points per game. They also rebound well, grabbing 43.4 boards per game, which ranks high nationally. These factors can keep them close enough to cover the spread against Connecticut.
- Pick: Butler +14.5
