Rival Xavier standing in Butler's way at Big East tourney
(Photo credit: Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK)
By Larry Fleisher, Field Level Media
NEW YORK -- Two weeks ago, Butler capped a five-game losing streak with a 23-point home loss to St. John's that all but erased the Bulldogs' NCAA Tournament hopes.
Now, the Bulldogs must go on a run in the Big East tournament and get some outside help to restore their once promising season.
Entering with a NET rating of 65,