Arizona vs. Butler

Arizona's Lauri Markkanen shoots over Butler's Tyler Wideman during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Date: Nov. 25, 2016 

Opponent: Butler 

Location: Las Vegas 

Final score: Butler 69, No. 10 Arizona 65 

Arizona's record after game: 5-1

Arizona's standout player: Arizona's Lauri Markkanen led the Wildcats in scoring with 15 points on 5-of-6 shooting. He later fouled out of the game. 

Bruce Pascoe's game story: "Lack of poise dooms Arizona Wildcats, who suffer first loss of the season"

Bruce Pascoe's postgame blog: "Arizona-Butler postgame: On Simmons' spark and some much-needed rest"

Action shots from the game: "Photos: Butler Bulldogs 69, No. 8 Arizona Wildcats 65"


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