Butler’s Depth, Efficiency Too Much as Trojans Fall 122–93 at Home
January 17, 2026
Butler Community College used a relentless offensive pace and dominant depth to pull away from Colby Community College on Wednesday night, rolling to a 122–93 win at the Colby Event Center.
The Grizzlies set the tone early, building a 65–43 halftime lead behind efficient shooting and sustained pressure on both ends of the floor. Butler finished the night shooting 52.3 percent from the field while knocking down 16 three-pointers and turning Colby turnovers into 24 points, numbers that steadily widened the gap as the game progressed.
Colby briefly traded baskets in the opening minutes, but Butler began to separate midway through the first half. A sequence of three-pointers from Jaise Combs and Tristan Hankins, paired with strong interior finishes by Devin Kerr and Josiah Kirkwood, helped Butler stretch the lead into double digits. The Grizzlies also controlled the glass early, collecting multiple offensive rebounds that led to second-chance opportunities.
Despite falling behind, Colby continued to compete offensively. Giannis Asimakopoulos was a bright spot for the Trojans in the first half, scoring consistently around the basket and getting to the free-throw line. He finished the night with a team-high 21 points on 7-of-11 shooting, along with eight rebounds. D.J. Cason added 12 points, while Elias Agba chipped in 13 off the bench.
Butler’s depth proved decisive as the game wore on. The Grizzlies received 64 bench points, allowing them to maintain tempo even as substitutions rotated frequently. Xavier Brown led Butler reserves with 18 points, going a perfect 8-for-8 at the free-throw line. Aiven Riley added 16 points and six rebounds, while Hankins and Combs each scored 13.
Coming out of halftime, Colby attempted to spark momentum, opening the second half with improved ball movement and perimeter shooting. The Trojans scored 50 points after the break, including timely baskets from Aliou Diallo and Nana Keutcha. However, Butler consistently answered, preventing any sustained run. Every time Colby trimmed the deficit, Butler responded with a three-pointer or a quick basket in transition.
Statistically, Butler’s advantages were consistent across the board. The Grizzlies outrebounded Colby 42–30 and scored 34 second-chance points. Colby struggled with ball security, committing 16 turnovers, while Butler protected possessions with just seven giveaways. Those margins translated into extended possessions and repeated scoring opportunities that Colby was unable to overcome.
Colby shot 44.1 percent from the field and 40 percent from three-point range, but Butler’s volume and efficiency offset those numbers. The Grizzlies attempted 86 shots compared to Colby’s 59, a reflection of their rebounding edge and turnover pressure.
The loss drops Colby to 4–13 overall and 2–9 in conference play, while Butler improves to 11–6 on the season and 7–4 in league action. Colby will look to regroup as conference play continues, aiming to translate stretches of offensive production into more consistent, four-quarter performances.