Samuel scores 19, leads Seton Hall to 76-51 romp over Butler
NEWARK, N.J. -- — Tyrese Samuel had 19 points in Seton Hall's 76-51 win over Butler on Saturday night.
Samuel contributed seven rebounds for the Pirates (9-8, 2-4 Big East Conference). Tray Jackson had 15 points, while Al-Amir Dawes scored 12.
Jayden Taylor finished with 14 points and six rebounds for the Bulldogs (10-7, 2-4). Manny Bates added 11 points, while Jalen Thomas had eight points and eight rebounds.
Seton Hall took the lead with 17:33 remaining in the first half and never looked back. The score was 41-23 at halftime.
NEXT UP
Both teams next play Tuesday. Seton Hall visits Georgetown and Butler visits St. John's (NY).
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Wally Rutecki
- Brian O'Connell
- Evon Burroughs
2024-25 Big East Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePaul | 0-0 | - | 5-0 |
| Marquette | 0-0 | - | 5-0 |
| Providence | 0-0 | - | 5-0 |
| Xavier | 0-0 | - | 5-0 |
| Creighton | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| UConn | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| St. John's | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Butler | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Georgetown | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Seton Hall | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Villanova | 0-0 | - | 3-3 |
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