Butler Basketball: Analyzing the newest Bulldogs heading into 2018-19

DETROIT, MI - MARCH 16: Head coach LaVall Jordan of the Butler Bulldogs looks on against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the first half of the game in the first round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Little Caesars Arena on March 16, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JANUARY 06: Head coach LaVall Jordan of the Butler Bulldogs. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /

FR Bryce Golden

Forward | 6-foot-9 | 250 lbs | No. 224 recruit

A few months after securing the commitment from Markeese Hastings, Coach Jordan and his staff once again bolstered the program’s future frontcourt with the addition of Bryce Golden. Originally a Pitt commit, Golden brings plenty of size and versatility to the table. Additionally, there is already some familiarity between Golden and the roster considering Aaron Thompson, Butler’s sophomore point guard, was one of his AAU teammates.

In terms of his play on the court, Golden is a solid athlete and a well-rounded offensive prospect. He has the ability to shoot from distance, put the ball on the deck, and is an underrated passer both on the drive and out of the post. Although not on the same talent level (yet), Golden’s playing style has already been compared to that of former Bulldog Andrew Chrabascz, who was an All-Big East First Team selection as a senior.

Heading into this season, it does not seem likely that Golden will be a featured part of the rotation. Regardless, though, there might be opportunities for him to seek minutes. Even though players like Sean McDermott and Jordan Tucker are anticipated to play up a position this season, Golden is the only true power forward on the roster. If opponents trot out big lineups to exploit Butler’s overall lack of size at the power forward position, then Golden could see plenty of minutes.