Stefan Vaaks sinks eight 3s as Providence rallies to vanquish Butler

Providence defeats Butler, 91-81, in Big East Conference Tournament

NEW YORK (AP) — Stefan Vaaks had 28 points in Providence's 91-81 victory against Butler on Wednesday in the Big East Conference Tournament. Vaaks shot 9 for 16, including 8 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Friars (15-17). Ryan Mela added 23 points while going 10 of 14 (2 for 4 from 3-point [...]

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Butler eliminated in Big East Tournament, losing to Providence

NEW YORK (WISH) — Butler lost to Providence, 91-81, in the first round of the Big East Tournament. Michael Ajayi led the Bulldogs with 21 points. He picked up a double-double in his third straight game, hauling in 11 rebounds. Finley Bizjack (17 points) and Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor (10 points) were the other two Bulldogs in double figures. Butler shot just 40% from the floor and 29% from three. The Bulldogs struggled containing the perimeter, allowi…

Providence defeats Butler 91-81 in Big East Conference Tournament

Michael Ajayi led the way for the Bulldogs with 21 points, 11 rebounds and four assists while Finley Bizjack added 17 points and five assists.