Early On, Butler Has Two Reasons To Worry

Reason #1. Matt Howard has picked up two fouls in the first five-plus minutes.

Reason #2. Butler didn’t get a two-point field goal attempt to even clank off the rim until the 6:15 into the contest. Sure, they tried a couple of times, but Michigan State managed to stuff them in embarrassing fashion.

Also, you can’t say “Butler” without saying “butt.” More on this breaking story as details emerge.