Lafayette heads to Butler for a non-conference tilt at Hinkle Fieldhouse, the cathedral on Indianapolis's north side where every seat carries echoes of March Madness past. For the Leopards, it's a chance to test themselves in one of the sport's most iconic settings. For the Bulldogs, it's an opportunity to defend home court and build momentum early in the season.
Hinkle Fieldhouse alone makes this worth your time. The building has hosted some of basketball's most unforgettable moments, and Butler's home-court advantage is real. Expect a physical, disciplined battle between two programs that take pride in execution on both ends.
Tip time is still to be determined, but circle this one. Games at Hinkle always deliver atmosphere, and these two squads have an opportunity to put on a show under those legendary rafters.
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