INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Indiana State men's basketball announced on Thursday that the team will travel to Indianapolis in October to play Butler in an exhibition.
 
The exhibition is set for Wednesday, October 29 inside Hinkle Fieldhouse. The time will be set at a later date. Tickets for the exhibition are not yet released and when released will be on the Butler Men's Basketball page. Live stream and television viewing information will also be announced at a later date.

"We are very excited to be returning to Hinkle Fieldhouse after playing in the NIT Final Four two seasons ago," said head coach Matthew Graves. "I know Sycamore fans will be making the trip to Indianapolis for a great evening of basketball. On a personal note, I am thrilled to be able to coach in Hinkle Fieldhouse, a place where I spent 17 years total as a player and coach. I appreciate Thad Matta & Grant Leiendecker for providing the opportunity to come and play this exhibition game."
 
The Sycamores and Bulldogs haven't met since 2016 when Indiana State escaped the nationally ranked No. 15 Bulldogs with a 72-71 victory in Hulman Center. Brenton Scott made a free throw with 1.5 seconds remaining in the game to send the Sycamores to victory.
 
Some names from that Sycamores' roster include Scott, Matt Van Scyoc, Everett Clemons, and Jordan Barnes. On the Butler side, it was Andrew Chrabascz, Tyler Lewis, and Kelan Martin. Sean McDermott was a redshirt freshman.
 
Overall, the Bulldogs lead the regular season and postseason series, 40-36. Butler holds a 27-17 advantage when playing inside Hinkle Fieldhouse. The history goes all the way back to 1920 when the two teams first met on January 17, as Butler won 26-20.

Information regarding the 2025-26 season schedule will be announced upon completion.
 
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