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Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils — National Championship, April 5, 2010
59–61National Championship
About This Game
This was championship basketball at its gripping best—a defensive showcase where every possession mattered and score sheets stayed slim. Duke's interior presence loomed large with seven blocks and a 37-34 rebounding advantage, physical dominance that forced Butler into challenging looks throughout the contest. Yet the Bulldogs refused to wilt, competing fiercely despite struggling with their overall field goal execution. Butler's three-point stroke kept them in the fight, connecting on six triples, and their careful ball-handling (just 8 turnovers) gave them every opportunity to seize the title. Duke's 23 made field goals to Butler's 20 proved the crucial difference in this razor-tight affair. In the final moments, Duke's suffocating defense held Butler to just 59 points while barely scratching 61 themselves—a championship decided by inches, possessions, and the slimmest of margins. Every play, every rebound, and every defensive stand is preserved in the complete game visualization available as a Gameprint.
Game highlights: Duke's dominant interior defense with 7 blocks, Butler's efficient three-point shooting (6 made) despite field goal struggles, Duke's rebounding edge (37-34), lowest-scoring championship game with just 120 combined points, Butler's eight turnovers keeping them competitive in the tight contest
Summary written with AI from the official play-by-play.
A Gift for Every Game
A national championship is the game college basketball fans never forget — and never stop talking about. A Gameprint of Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils turns that title run into custom wall art: every play of the championship on one Gameprint. It’s the birthday, graduation, or Father’s Day gift that beats another jersey.
Were you there? If you or a friend went to this game, a Gameprint turns that memory into a lasting keepsake — the exact game you watched live, every play on your wall. There’s a gift for every game you’ve ever been to.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Butler Bulldogs play Duke Blue Devils?
Butler Bulldogs played Duke Blue Devils in the National Championship on April 5, 2010 at Lucas Oil Stadium.
What was the final score of Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils?
The final score was Butler Bulldogs 59, Duke Blue Devils 61.
What does the Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils Gameprint show?
Every possession — made shots, threes, free throws, misses and turnovers — from the official play-by-play of this game, laid out in order from tip-off to the final whistle, in your choice of team colors.
Is this a good gift for a Butler Bulldogs or Duke Blue Devils fan?
Yes — a Gameprint of Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils is a one-of-a-kind gift. Unlike generic team merchandise, it captures a specific game they actually care about. Popular for birthdays, graduations, Father’s Day, and holiday gifts.
Can I gift this to someone who was at the game?
Absolutely. If a friend or family member attended Butler Bulldogs vs Duke Blue Devils, a Gameprint turns that memory into wall art — the actual plays from the game they watched live. Customize the colors to make it personal.
Sizes, framing, shipping and color options: see the Gameprints FAQ.
Butler vs Duke in numbers
- 15 lead changes
- 7 times tied
- 6-point largest lead (Duke)
- 8–0 run, the longest of the game (Duke)
- 11 made threes (Butler 6, Duke 5)
- 23 made free throws (Butler 13, Duke 10)
With 15 lead changes it was a back-and-forth game to the end.
Counted from the play-by-play behind this print — every possession on the poster is one of these plays.
