ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Butler Defeats California 97-90
Butler got 21 points from Posh Alexander as they ran past California 97-90 on Saturday at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
Butler won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -8.5-point spread.
Jahmyl Telfort had 20 points for Butler and Pierre Brooks II chipped in with 18 points. Posh Alexander had 6 assists for them, while Pierre Brooks II was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
California got 24 points from Fardaws Aimaq in a losing cause and another 23 points from Jalen Cone. Jaylon Tyson contributed 7 assists for them, while Fardaws Aimaq had 16 rebounds.
Butler trailed at halftime, 37-35.
Butler looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Saginaw Valley. California will aim to get back on the winning track at Ole Miss.