Butler is in a precarious position, sitting at 4-9 in the Big East and needing a marquee victory to turn their season around. With a NET ranking of 73, the Bulldogs are on the outside looking in when it comes to the NCAA Tournament. A win over UConn, ranked 8th in the NET rankings, would be a monumental boost to their quad record, which currently stands at 2-4 in Quad 1 games. However, Butler's recent form doesn't inspire confidence, having lost their last three games.
UConn Has Dominated Quad 1 Opponents
UConn, on the other hand, is riding high after a strong season, with a 22-2 overall record and a 12-1 mark in the Big East. The Huskies are looking to bounce back from a loss in their previous game, and a win over Butler would help solidify their position on the top-16 seed line. According to the CHD Scout prediction, UConn is favored to win by 12.8 points, with Butler having just a 14.4% chance of pulling off the upset.
CHD Scout Prediction
UConn
82
Butler
69
Given the significant disparity in talent and recent form, it's hard to see Butler pulling off the upset. UConn's strong quad record and tournament resume make them the clear favorite in this matchup. Expect the Huskies to come out on top, winning by around 12 points and further solidifying their position as one of the top teams in the country.