Yohan Traore - College Basketball News & Rumors

Ajayi and the Butler Bulldogs host conference foe Creighton

The Butler Bulldogs will host conference opponent Creighton

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Villanova wins 82-73 against Butler

Led by Acaden Lewis' 20 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Butler Bulldogs 82-73 on Wednesday

FEBRUARY 26 • Associated Press

Ajayi puts up 24 in Butler's 80-75 win against Xavier

Led by Michael Ajayi's 24 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the Xavier Musketeers 80-75

FEBRUARY 21 • Associated Press

Solid in Sunday's loss Traore had nine points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-7 FT) and seven rebounds over 31 minutes during Sunday's 63-56 loss to Seton Hall.

Impact Traore put together a solid outing in Sunday's loss as he tied a season high with seven rebounds and scored nine points in a season-high 31 minutes off the bench. He wasn't particularly efficient though as he hit just three of his eight attempts from the field and sunk just three of his seven free throw attempts. He'll look to help lead Butler out of this six-game losing streak Wednesday at Georgetown.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Staton-McCray helps Seton Hall deal Butler sixth straight loss, 63-56

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FEBRUARY 16 • Associated Press

Ball and Reed lead No. 6 UConn to 80-70 victory at Butler

Solo Ball scored 24 points and Tarris Reed Jr. finished with 16 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists as No. 6 UConn held off Butler for an 80-70 victory

FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Scores 14 off the bench Traore notched 14 points (7-8 FG), two rebounds and two blocks over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 89-75 loss to Xavier.

Impact Traore tied a season high with 24 minutes off the bench Wednesday, and he made his impact felt. He scored 14 points for the fourth time this season, hitting seven of his eight shots from the field. He also blocked a season-high two shots and grabbed two rebounds on the defensive end. Although he hasn't started a game yet this season, he's played at least 20 minutes in five straight games, so he's clearly established himself as a crucial part of the Bulldogs' rotation.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier wins 89-75 over Butler

Led by Tre Carroll's 29 points, the Xavier Musketeers defeated the Butler Bulldogs 89-75

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Villanova visits Butler after Traore's 20-point game

Butler hosts the Villanova Wildcats after Yohan Traore scored 20 points in Butler's 89-85 loss to the Creighton Bluejays

JANUARY 2 • Associated Press

Green and Swartz combine for 55 as Creighton takes down Butler 89-85

Led by Jasen Green's 23 points, the Creighton Bluejays defeated the Butler Bulldogs 89-85 on Tuesday

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 11 versus NJIT Traore closed with 11 points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 21 minutes during Monday's 101-52 win over NJIT.

Impact Traore got an extended run of play Monday thanks to the Bulldogs' large lead, and he made the most of that opportunity. He scored double digit points for the fourth time this season, adding three rebounds and one blocked shot, his first block since Nov. 8. Although it was a solid performance from him, he has proven to not be particularly productive in normal matchups.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bizjack's 29 lead Butler over Eastern Michigan 84-68

Led by Finley Bizjack's 29 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 84-68 on Tuesday

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Ajayi and Bizjack score 20 to help Butler beat Wright State 94-69

Led by Michael Ajayi and Finley Bizjack each with 20 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the Wright State Raiders 94-69 on Friday

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 15 off bench Traore accumulated 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 FT), six rebounds and one block across 16 minutes during Wednesday's 88-58 victory over Southern Indiana.

Impact Traore opened the season as the Bulldogs' backup center, but that did not stop him from having a solid performance. He led the Bulldogs' bench with 15 points while shooting 60 percent from the field, and it could've been more but he only made half of his six free throw attempts. He played nearly as many minutes (16) as Drayton Jones (17) who started at center, so early signs suggest that Traore has a chance to take over a starting spot if he continues to perform well.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ajayi has 24 as Butler defeats Southern Indiana 88-58

Led by Michael Ajayi's 24 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles 88-58 on Wednesday

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Cleared for exhibition Traroe will play in Wednesday's exhibition game against Indiana State, Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Traore was cleared to return to practice recently after tending to neck and back issues, and he's considered a go for game action as well. The SMU transfer could open the regular season as Butler's starting center.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Traore (neck, back) has returned to practice for Butler, Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact The 6-foot-11 center was reportedly dealing with neck and back issues, but all testing came back negative and he's been cleared to partake in basketball activities. Traore spent the 2024-2025 season with SMU, averaging 6.1 points and 3.2 rebounds across 32 games with 16 starts. He figures to compete for a starting role in Butler's front court this year.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back and neck soreness Traore is dealing with back and neck soreness, according to Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star.

Impact Butler played an exhibition game against Notre Dame on Friday, and the matchup saw Traore taking a hard fall that resulted in a hospital visit mid-game. Fortunately for him, all his hospital tests came back clear, opening up the opportunity for a quick return. Still, Butler's back and neck are physically affecting him, a result that will make him questionable for an exhibition game the Bulldogs have scheduled against Indiana State on Oct. 29.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Committing to Butler Traore has committed to Butler for the 2025-26, Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Traore spent the 2024-25 season at SMU, where he averaged 6.1 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. He also had stints at Auburn and UC Santa Barbara in his career.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

SMU forward Yohan Traore to enter transfer portal, per report SMU forward Yohan Traore to enter transfer portal.

APRIL 14, 2025 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Enters name in portal Traore has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, On3.com reports.

Impact Traore will leave SMU after one season in search of more opportunity. The junior forward averaged 6.1 points and 3.2 rebounds on 15.7 minutes across 32 appearances, including 16 starts.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return vs. Notre Dame Traore (undisclosed) is available for Wednesday's game against Notre Dame, Billy Embody of On3.com reports.

Impact Traore will return to the active roster Wednesday, though it's uncertain if he'll see regular minutes in the rotation. Traore opened the season as a regular starter, but he's made just one start in SMU's previous 10 games.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Traore (undisclosed) isn't playing Saturday versus Wake Forest, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Traore will now miss his third game across the team's last four outings due to an undisclosed injury. His next chance to play will be Wednesday versus Notre Dame.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Traore is included in the starting rotation for Wednesday's meeting against California.

Impact Traore will return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench the previous five outings. The junior forward has logged totaled six assists in his previous three outings.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to bench Traore will come off the bench for SMU against Georgia Tech on Saturday, per Bill Koch of The Providence Journal.

Impact Traore had started every game prior for SMU, but he'll come off the bench against the Yellow Jackets and is replaced in the starting five by Chuck Harris, who's coming off an 18-point performance off the bench. Traore, meanwhile, struggled in his last outing, going 1-of-5 from the field and scoring just three points.

JANUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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