Preview: Notre Dame at No. 4 Duke

There wasn’t a blown call that sparked this winning streak. Duke has won nine straight games entering Saturday’s game against Notre Dame. It’s a run that has seen Duke improve defensively, from elite to the nation’s best, and has featured the Blue Devils hitting their stride offensively.

Butler plays Creighton, aims to stop home skid

Creighton Bluejays (9-6, 2-2 Big East) at Butler Bulldogs (7-9, 0-5 Big East) Indianapolis; Saturday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Butler looks to end its four-game home losing streak with a win against Creighton. The Bulldogs are 5-4 in home games.