Polley scores 19 to lead UConn over Butler 72-60
INDIANAPOLIS -- — Tyler Polley had 19 points as UConn defeated Butler 72-60 on Saturday.
Tyrese Martin had 15 points and seven rebounds for UConn (6-1, 3-1 Big East Conference). Isaiah Whaley added three blocks. R.J. Cole had seven rebounds.
Bryce Nze had 18 points for the Bulldogs (3-6, 2-4). Aaron Thompson added 14 points and six assists. Bryce Golden had 10 points.
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2020-2021 Big East Conference Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova | 10-3 | - | 15-4 |
| Creighton | 13-5 | +0.5 | 17-6 |
| UConn | 9-6 | 2 | 12-6 |
| Seton Hall | 10-7 | 2 | 13-10 |
| Xavier | 6-5 | 3 | 13-5 |
| St. John's | 8-9 | 4 | 14-10 |
| Providence | 8-9 | 4 | 12-11 |
| Georgetown | 6-8 | 4.5 | 8-11 |
| Butler | 8-11 | 5 | 9-13 |
| Marquette | 6-11 | 6 | 11-13 |
| DePaul | 2-12 | 8.5 | 4-12 |