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Butler Basketball: 3 takeaways from the Bulldogs’ win over Providence

By Lukas Harkins

PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 10: Aaron Thompson #2 of the Butler Bulldogs passes the ball against the Villanova Wildcats at the Wells Fargo Center on February 10, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 10: Aaron Thompson #2 of the Butler Bulldogs passes the ball against the Villanova Wildcats at the Wells Fargo Center on February 10, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – FEBRUARY 06: McDermott and Jorgensen
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – FEBRUARY 06: McDermott and Jorgensen /

3. How will the lineup change affect the team moving forward?

After Butler’s three-game losing streak, Coach Jordan made a switch in the starting lineup. Paul Jorgensen, who had started the past 20 games, was moved the bench in favor of Sean McDermott. Although McDermott’s box score does not jump off the page, he did the little things for Butler, including contributing in locking down Providence’s Jalen Lindsey.

The sophomore wing finished with five points (2-for-6) and four rebounds while adding a steal and a block. This all-around play in 27 minutes was a solid contribution from McDermott. His insertion into the starting lineup also allowed Jorgensen to thrive while coming off the bench.

As the top scoring option off the bench, Jorgensen finished with 12 points (5-for-7) in this game. For reference, “Prince Harry of Harlem” had scored just 13 total points in the last three games for the Dawgs. Instead of settling for 3-point jumpers, Jorgensen excelled at being Providence defenders off the dribble and finishing around the basket. In addition, his high level of energy on defense led to two steals and transition buckets.

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This change in the starting lineup turned out to be a great move by Coach Jordan. Although it may have been a switch based on matchups, it would not be a surprise if it was a permanent shift. Jorgensen is clearly the third-best offensive option for Butler and he could fill the role of being an elite sixth man as Butler’s quest for the NCAA Tournament continues.

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