NCAAB · Final

Creighton Outlasts Butler in Thrilling Finish

Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 9:12 PM ET · CHI Health Center Omaha

Creighton Bluejays 89, Butler Bulldogs 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Butler Bulldogs vs Creighton Bluejays?

Creighton Bluejays beat Butler Bulldogs 89-85 at CHI Health Center Omaha on December 30, 2025.

Who was favored in Butler Bulldogs vs Creighton Bluejays?

Creighton Bluejays were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Creighton Bluejays edged out the Butler Bulldogs with a final score of 89-85 at the CHI Health Center Omaha. This victory marks Creighton's third consecutive win, showcasing their strong form as they improve their home record to 10-5. The Bluejays have been particularly effective at home, boasting a 5-1 record in their last six games at the venue.

Creighton entered the game with a record of 9-5, having won six of their last ten games, averaging 78.1 points scored and allowing 70.4 points per game during that stretch. Their recent form includes notable victories against teams like Utah Tech and Marquette, both of which they defeated convincingly. In contrast, Butler came into this game with a 10-4 record, having won seven of their last ten games and averaging 82.5 points scored while allowing 74.5 points. The Bulldogs were riding a two-game winning streak, including a dominant 101-52 win over NJIT.

The matchup was significant not only for its implications in the standings but also because of the teams' previous encounters. Creighton had won both meetings earlier in the season, with scores of 87-74 and 80-76, indicating a competitive rivalry. The Bluejays' ability to maintain this winning streak against Butler added an extra layer of intrigue to this game.

In terms of injuries, both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. The absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of such close games, but both teams appeared to be at full strength, contributing to the high level of play witnessed throughout the match.

The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing Creighton as 5.5-point favorites, with a total set at 156.5 points. The odds indicated a competitive game, and the final score validated that expectation.

The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with a lively crowd at the CHI Health Center Omaha, creating an electric atmosphere that often influences the performance of players. Fans were treated to a showcase of offensive talent, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times throughout the game.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. In the second half, Nik Graves made crucial free throws that pushed Creighton ahead, while Evan Haywood's long-range shooting kept Butler within striking distance. The final minutes saw intense back-and-forth scoring, with both teams displaying resilience and determination.

Ultimately, Creighton's ability to execute in the clutch moments, particularly through free throws, allowed them to secure the victory. The Bluejays' final scoring plays included critical free throws by Graves and timely three-pointers from Haywood, which sealed the win and showcased their offensive prowess.

For viewers, the game highlighted the importance of composure under pressure, as both teams demonstrated their ability to score in critical moments. The performances of key players like Nik Graves and Evan Haywood will be analyzed as they continue their seasons, and this game will serve as a reference point for their competitive rivalry moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CREI -5.5	156.5 o -112 / u -108	Butler Bulldogs +210 · Creighton Bluejays -258

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Leaders

PointsJasen Green23Creighton Bluejays
AssistsJasen Green5Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsJosh Dix7Creighton Bluejays
PointsYohan Traore20Butler Bulldogs
AssistsAzavier Robinson8Butler Bulldogs
ReboundsMichael Ajayi13Butler Bulldogs

Recent form

Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 6-4Streak W378.1 scored · 70.4 allowed per game5-1 at home

W92-69vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 23
W84-63vs Marquette Golden EaglesDec 21
W98-57at Xavier MusketeersDec 17
L76-83vs Kansas State WildcatsDec 13
L50-71at Nebraska CornhuskersDec 7
W96-76vs Nicholls ColonelsDec 3
W76-66vs Oregon DucksNov 27
L60-78at Iowa State CyclonesNov 25
L74-81at Baylor BearsNov 24
W75-60vs North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 20

Butler Bulldogs

Last 10: 7-3Streak W282.5 scored · 74.5 allowed per game2-2 away

W101-52vs NJIT HighlandersDec 22
W61-58vs Northwestern WildcatsDec 20
L60-79at UConn HuskiesDec 17
W113-110vs Providence FriarsDec 13
L68-77vs Boise State BroncosDec 6
W84-68vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 3
W94-69vs Wright State RaidersNov 28
W80-73at Virginia CavaliersNov 23
W79-72at South Carolina GamecocksNov 21
L85-87at SMU MustangsNov 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Butler Bulldogs	Creighton Bluejays
Field goals	31-75	31-63
Field goal %	41	49
Three-pointers	8-26	13-32
Three-point %	31	41
Free throws	15-19	14-15
Free throw %	79	93
Rebounds	42	35
Offensive rebounds	21	10
Defensive rebounds	21	25
Assists	19	19
Steals	7	4
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	10	12
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	8
Fast-break points	5	12
Points in the paint	46	34
Fouls	17	16
Largest lead	2	11
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	1	96

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-57Yohan Traore makes layup (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half51-59Isaac Traudt makes layup (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half53-59Yohan Traore makes 4-foot dunk (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half55-59Michael Ajayi makes layup (Evan Haywood assists)
2nd Half56-59Michael Ajayi makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-62Nik Graves makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josh Dix assists)
2nd Half58-62Efeosa Oliogu-Elabor makes driving layup
2nd Half58-64Jasen Green makes layup
2nd Half58-65Jasen Green makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-65Yohan Traore makes 3-foot dunk (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half62-65Yohan Traore makes layup (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half62-68Nik Graves makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half62-69Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half62-71Isaac Traudt makes layup (Owen Freeman assists)
2nd Half63-71Drayton Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-71Drayton Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-74Austin Swartz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Traudt assists)
2nd Half66-74Jamie Kaiser Jr. makes 15-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half66-76Blake Harper makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half67-76Finley Bizjack makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-76Michael Ajayi makes layup (Yohan Traore assists)
2nd Half69-77Jasen Green makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-78Jasen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-78Yohan Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-78Yohan Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-80Jasen Green makes 2-foot dunk (Josh Dix assists)
2nd Half71-81Josh Dix makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-82Josh Dix makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-82Evan Haywood makes 2-foot dunk (Yohan Traore assists)
2nd Half76-82Finley Bizjack makes 29-foot three point jumper (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half76-83Austin Swartz makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-83Evan Haywood makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamie Kaiser Jr. assists)
2nd Half79-84Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-85Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-85Evan Haywood makes 27-foot three point jumper (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half82-86Jasen Green makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-87Jasen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half85-87Evan Haywood makes 28-foot three point jumper (Azavier Robinson assists)
2nd Half85-88Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half85-89Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2