Indianapolis, IN
Bates’ 25 lead Butler over New Orleans 89-53
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Manny Bates’ 25 factors helped Butler defeat New Orleans 89-53 within the season opener. Bates additionally added 11 rebounds and three blocks for the Bulldogs.
Chuck Harris shot 6 for 10 (2 for six from 3-point vary) and three of three from the free throw line so as to add 17 factors. Eric Hunter Jr. recorded 14 factors and went 6 of seven from the sector.
Jordan Johnson led the Privateers in scoring, ending with 15 factors and three steals. Tyson Jackson added 14 factors for New Orleans.