Sophomore forward Henry Baddley dives for a loose ball.
The Butler University men’s basketball team defeated the University of Arkansas 79-62 last Friday. The first-round game was held at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Senior forward Kelan Martin paced the Bulldogs with 27 points, while sophomore guard Kamar Baldwin added 24.
All photos by Jimmy Lafakis.
The Butler Bulldogs huddle before the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks.
Senior center Tyler Wideman dunks the ball in the first half.
Senior forward Kelan Martin and freshman guard Aaron Thompson react to Martin’s three-pointer.
Butler fans react to a three-pointer.
Sophomore guard Kamar Baldwin dribbles the ball down the court.
Freshman guard Aaron Thompson calls a play.
Senior center Tyler Wideman juggles the ball.
Sophomore forward Henry Baddley dives for a loose ball.
The Butler bench reacts to a play.
Arkansas freshman forward Darious Hall lowers his head.
Senior forward Kelan Martin puts his arm around sophomore guard Kamar Baldwin.
Redshirt freshman center Joey Brunk reacts after the final buzzer sounds.
Redshirt junior guard Paul Jorgensen reacts after the game.
Freshman forward Christian David smiles at the crowd after the game.
Senior forward Kelan Martin takes a moment to smile in the locker room.