Butler Bulldogs vs Depaul Blue Demons Picks and Predictions January 25th 2025

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Betting on today’s Blue Demons and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Butler is favored by -6.5 to win at home against DePaul.

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Blue Demons vs. Bulldogs Key Information

  • Sport: CBB
  • Teams: DePaul Blue Demons at Butler Bulldogs
  • Where: Indianapolis at Hinkle Fieldhouse
  • Date: Saturday, January 25th
  • Betting Odds BUTL -6.5, DEPAUL +215 | BUTL -275 O/U 144.5

The Blue Demons Can Win If…

DePaul Blue Demons Recent Game/Games

DePaul fell to 10-10 on the season after a 73-49 home loss to Creighton on Tuesday. The Blue Demons entered the game as +7 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 122 fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.

DePaul trailed 31-19 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, allowing 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30.

DePaul’s offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 49 points on 30.2% shooting from the field. They hit only 3 of 23 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 13% three-point percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 31.7%.

Layden Blocker and Jamiya Neal each contributed 15 and 14 points, respectively, with both shooting 5 of 10 from the field. Ryan Kalkbrenner added 13 points, hitting 3 of 5 shots, while CJ Gunn finished with 11 points despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.

DePaul’s defense held strong, allowing 73 points while limiting their opponent to just 30% shooting from the field. The Blue Demons were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they held their opponent to 3/23 shooting, a 13% success rate.

Inside the arc, DePaul’s defense gave up 16 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61% from the stripe. DePaul allowed 11 offensive rebounds.

  • Through their last five road games, DePaul has an ATS record of just 1-4. However, their overall record was 1-4 while averaging 66 points per game.
  • The last ten games that DePaul was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 2-8 while going 1-9 straight up.
  • Over their last three games, the Blue Demons have an over/under record of 2-1 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.

The Bulldogs Can Win If…

Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Butler’s season record dropped to 8-11 after an 80-78 road loss to Connecticut on Tuesday. Despite being +13.5 point underdogs, the Bulldogs kept it close and covered the spread.

Butler trailed 39-31 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 158 went over the 143.5 O/U line.

Butler put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field and 50.8% in effective field goal percentage. They hit 55% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 5 of 19 threes for 26.3%. At the free-throw line, they made 19 of 28 attempts, good for 67.9%.

Jahmyl Telfort led the way with 25 points, though he missed all 7 of his three-point attempts. Solo Ball added 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep. Alex Karaban contributed 19 points and 6 assists, while Andre Screen was efficient inside, shooting 83.3% and grabbing 9 rebounds.

Butler’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponent to hit 53% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 47 tries.

From beyond the arc, Butler’s defense conceded 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 9, shooting 64%. Butler gave up 13 offensive rebounds.

  • In their last three home games, Butler has averaged 68 points per game while allowing 78. The team’s record in this stretch was 0-3 while going 2-1.
  • Over the team’s last three games as the favorite, the Bulldogs struggled vs the spread going just 0-3. However, they still had a straight up mark of 2-1.
  • In their last five games, the Bulldogs have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.

The Lean

Not only do we have the Bulldogs winning this one by a score of 77-69, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Bulldogs at -6.5.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 144.5 and given that our model is projecting 146 points between the teams, we like the over.

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DePaul Aiming to Break Butler Curse Amid Big East Struggles

DePaul faces a tough challenge this Saturday in Indianapolis as they look to snap a decade-long drought against Butler. The Blue Demons have not won at Butler since January 9, 2014, and are striving for back-to-back Big East Conference road victories for the first time in over six years. With both teams battling to find consistency, the matchup is set to be a test of resilience and determination.


DePaul’s Long Road Back to Form

DePaul (10-10, 1-8 Big East) enters Saturday’s game with momentum from their recent 73-68 road win over Georgetown on January 17. That victory ended a 39-game regular-season conference losing streak and a 24-game Big East road drought. However, the Blue Demons struggled to maintain that momentum, falling 73-49 at home to Creighton on Tuesday in one of their worst performances of the season.

In the loss to Creighton, DePaul recorded season lows in points (49), field-goal percentage (30.2%), and three-point shooting (3-for-23). Despite shooting an impressive 40% from beyond the arc during nonconference play, the Blue Demons have struggled in the Big East, hitting just 31.6% of their three-point attempts.

Defensively, the team has faced even greater challenges, allowing their conference opponents to average 80.9 points per game while shooting 49.3% from the field and 40.6% from three-point range. Guard Isaiah Rivera emphasized the need for a unified effort, stating, “There’s gonna be nights where you don’t make a lot of shots, but that can’t affect our defensive end. … It’s just gotta be a collective fight.”

On a positive note, CJ Gunn has emerged as a key contributor for DePaul, averaging 17.2 points per game on 45.6% shooting over the last five contests. His performance will be critical if the Blue Demons hope to end their struggles on the road.

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Butler’s Battle for Consistency

Butler (8-11, 1-7 Big East) has also endured a challenging season. Their only conference victory came at home against Seton Hall on January 15, an 82-77 triumph. Despite this, the Bulldogs have been competitive in several games, including an overtime thriller against No. 19 UConn earlier this week. Although Butler ultimately fell 80-78, their ability to rally from an eight-point halftime deficit showcased their fighting spirit.

Jahmyl Telfort led the charge against UConn with 25 points, reaffirming his status as the Bulldogs’ most consistent offensive weapon. Telfort averages a team-high 15.7 points per game, but his home performances have been inconsistent, with three of his last four games at Hinkle Fieldhouse yielding 10 points or fewer.

Butler’s head coach, Thad Matta, remains optimistic despite the team’s struggles. “We just got to keep getting better,” he said. “We’ve got to continue to just find ways.” Butler has shown flashes of potential this season, but closing out tight games remains a hurdle, as three of their conference losses have been decided by four points or fewer.

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Key Matchups and Factors to Watch

As DePaul and Butler prepare to face off, several factors will likely determine the outcome:

  1. Perimeter Shooting: DePaul’s three-point shooting has dipped significantly in conference play, while Butler’s defense allows opponents to shoot 34.5% from deep. Whichever team controls the perimeter will gain a decisive advantage.
  2. Defensive Intensity: DePaul must find ways to slow down Telfort and the Butler offense, which averages 44.7% shooting overall. Conversely, Butler will need to contain Gunn, whose scoring has been a bright spot for DePaul.
  3. Rebounding Battle: Both teams have struggled on the boards this season. Winning the rebounding battle could tip the scales in a game where possessions will be crucial.

Historical Significance

DePaul’s history in this matchup heavily favors Butler, with the Bulldogs winning nine straight games against the Blue Demons. DePaul’s last victory in Indianapolis came in 2014, making Hinkle Fieldhouse a notoriously difficult venue for the Blue Demons. Meanwhile, Butler will aim to extend their dominance and secure a second Big East win this season.


Conclusion

Saturday’s game is more than just a regular-season matchup; it’s an opportunity for both teams to reclaim momentum in a grueling Big East campaign. DePaul is desperate to prove they can win on the road and string together consistent performances, while Butler hopes to turn close losses into victories and build off their strong showing against UConn.

In a game with two struggling teams, the winner will be the one that digs deeper and executes when it matters most.

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