Butler, Southern Indiana out to prove preseason polls wrong

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Thad Matta might be eager to start Butler's season, but he also understands the program needs to see more success during his second stint as coach.

The Bulldogs aim for a strong start when they host Southern Indiana on Wednesday night in Indianapolis.

In the first three seasons of Matta's second go-around as Butler coach, the Bulldog