The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights are set to play the Butler Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse. This game is part of the regular season and is a non-conference matchup between the Northeast and Big East. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET.
Entering this game, the Knights have an overall record of 0-1. They struggled in their opening game against Illinois, losing by 75 points. David Jevtic led the Knights with 13 points in that game.
On the other hand, Butler has started their season with a 1-0 record. They secured a decisive victory over Lafayette, winning by 36 points. Jalen Jackson was a key player for Butler, scoring 18 points with an impressive field goal percentage.
Butler vs Fairleigh Dickinson At a Glance
- Venue: Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis IN
- Date & Time: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Butler Record: 1-0 this season
- Fairleigh Dickinson Record: 0-1 this season
- Game Odds: Butler is the favorite with a spread of -24.5
Bulldogs Ready to Roar: Butler's 2027 Season Opener Highlights
Team Performance Overview
The Butler Bulldogs have kicked off their season with a high-scoring performance. They average 96 points per game, which places them at the 53rd spot in the national rankings. Their field goal percentage stands at 47.8%, a solid starting point for the team.
The Bulldogs are known for their three-point shooting ability. They make an average of 16 three-pointers per game, ranking them 7th nationally. Their overall shooting efficiency is bolstered by an effective field goal percentage of 59.7%.
Key Players to Watch
Asim Djulovic leads the scoring charge with 19 points per game. His shooting accuracy is notable at 71.4%. Jalen Jackson also contributes significantly, with an average of 18 points and 5 rebounds per game.
Eduardo Klafke stands out with his playmaking abilities, averaging 8 assists per game. Drayton Jones is a key figure in the paint, securing 8 rebounds per game. Their teamwork is evident in their 26 assists per game, which ranks 15th nationally.
Defensive Insights
Defensively, Butler averages 8 steals per game. This places them at 196th nationally, showing room for improvement. Their block numbers are lower, with an average of 6 per game.
The Bulldogs have been disciplined with an average of 14 fouls per game. This discipline helps them maintain a strong defensive stance without giving up many free throws to opponents.
Recent Game Highlights
In their recent game against the Lafayette Leopards, Butler secured a decisive 96-60 victory. Jalen Jackson was a standout performer with 18 points and 5 assists. Eduardo Klafke also shined, contributing 13 points and 8 assists.
Drayton Jones showcased his efficiency with a perfect field goal percentage. His contributions on the boards were crucial in their victory, grabbing 8 rebounds.
Butler Bulldogs Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights: A Season of Growth and Challenges
Offensive Overview
The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights have faced challenges on offense this season. They are averaging 45.0 points per game, ranking 355th in the nation. Their field goal percentage stands at 27.9%, placing them 350th.
They attempt a high number of threes per game, with 33.0 attempts, but connect on just 15.2%. This ranks them at the bottom in 3-point shooting percentage. Their free throw shooting is also an area of concern, hitting only 54.5% from the line.
Defensive Performance
Defensively, the Knights have been more successful. They average 4.0 steals per game, which ranks them 32nd nationally. Their defense also averages 4.0 blocks per game.
The Knights commit 15.0 fouls per game, an area where they rank 86th. They have room for improvement in turnovers, averaging 12.0 per game.
Key Players
David Jevtic has been a standout player for the Knights. In their recent game, he scored 13 points and grabbed 6 rebounds. Jevtic's shooting accuracy was 55.6% from the field.
Vophcy Prophete contributed 8 points in their last game. His shooting percentage was 33.3% in that outing. Diing Maiwen added 6 points and showed potential on both ends of the court.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
Butler vs Fairleigh Dickinson Prediction: Butler -24.5
Butler's early season form is strong, with an offensive output of 96 points per game. Their shooting stats, including a 47.8% field goal percentage and an impressive 36.4% from three-point range, indicate they can score at will. Fairleigh Dickinson struggles offensively, scoring only 45 points per game and ranking very low in shooting percentages.
Defensively, Butler holds an edge as well. They allow fewer turnovers with Fairleigh Dickinson averaging 12 turnovers per game. The Knights also have a poor rebounding average of 21 per game, which could allow Butler to control the boards and the tempo of the game.
Given these factors, Butler's -24.5 spread is a reasonable expectation. They have the home advantage at Hinkle Fieldhouse, where they already secured a win this season. Butler's ability to score efficiently and control the game on both ends is key to covering the spread.
A projected final score of Butler 89 - Fairleigh Dickinson 50 supports this spread pick. Butler's superior offensive power and Fairleigh Dickinson's offensive struggles point to a one-sided game.
- Butler vs Fairleigh Dickinson Prediction: Butler -24.5
- Butler vs Fairleigh Dickinson Score: Butler 89 - Fairleigh Dickinson 50
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