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Creighton Dominates Butler in NCAAB Showdown

Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Hinkle Fieldhouse

Creighton Bluejays 76, Butler Bulldogs 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Creighton Bluejays vs Butler Bulldogs?

Creighton Bluejays beat Butler Bulldogs 76-59 at Hinkle Fieldhouse on March 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Creighton Bluejays vs Butler Bulldogs?

Butler Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive victory, the Creighton Bluejays defeated the Butler Bulldogs 76-59 at Hinkle Fieldhouse. This matchup was significant as both teams entered with similar records, each vying for momentum as the season neared its conclusion. Creighton improved its record to 15-16, while Butler fell to 15-15.

The Bulldogs have struggled recently, finishing their last ten games with a record of 3-7. They faced a tough stretch, averaging 73.5 points scored while allowing 80.1 points per game. Their last five games saw them win only two, with an average of 74.4 points scored and 77.8 points allowed. Butler's home record stood at 2-3 in this span, indicating challenges in maintaining consistency at Hinkle Fieldhouse.

Conversely, the Bluejays have also faced difficulties, recording a 2-8 mark in their last ten games, with a current losing streak of three games. They averaged 68.7 points scored and allowed 78.3 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games yielded just one win, with an average of 71.8 points scored and 79.2 points allowed. Creighton's away record mirrored their overall struggles, as they also went 1-4 in their last five away games.

The two teams have met three times in the last two seasons, with Butler failing to secure a win in any of those encounters. Their most recent meeting was on December 31, 2025, where Butler lost 89-85. Previous matchups included a 87-74 loss on March 8, 2025, and a 80-76 defeat on January 11, 2025, further emphasizing Creighton's dominance in this rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability, which could have impacted team performance. However, the absence of key players can often sway the outcome in tightly contested games.

The betting market indicated that Butler was favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total points line set at 155.5. The home moneyline for Butler was -155.0, while Creighton's moneyline was at 130.0, reflecting the competitive nature of this matchup.

Conditions at Hinkle Fieldhouse were typical for indoor basketball, providing a controlled environment for both teams. Fans witnessed an energetic atmosphere, which often plays a role in home court advantage, although Butler struggled to capitalize on this.

Key moments in the game included several scoring plays that highlighted Creighton's offensive efficiency. Michael Ajayi contributed significantly with a series of baskets, including a 13-foot jumper and a dunk, while Austin Swartz showcased his shooting prowess with a 27-foot three-pointer and a two-foot dunk. These plays helped Creighton build a comfortable lead, which Butler could not overcome.

Ultimately, the game concluded with a final score of 76-59 in favor of Creighton, marking a continuation of Butler's difficulties as they failed to secure a win against their rivals once again.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BTLR -2.5	155.5 o -108 / u -112	Creighton Bluejays +130 · Butler Bulldogs -155

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Leaders

PointsMichael Ajayi26Butler Bulldogs
AssistsMichael Ajayi3Butler Bulldogs
ReboundsMichael Ajayi13Butler Bulldogs
PointsJosh Dix22Creighton Bluejays
AssistsNik Graves13Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsJasen Green9Creighton Bluejays

Recent form

Butler Bulldogs

Last 10: 3-7Streak L173.5 scored · 80.1 allowed per game2-3 at home

L73-82at Villanova WildcatsFeb 26
W80-75vs Xavier MusketeersFeb 21
W93-89at Georgetown HoyasFeb 18
L56-63vs Seton Hall PiratesFeb 15
L70-80vs UConn HuskiesFeb 12
L55-70at Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 7
L87-97at Providence FriarsFeb 5
L64-77vs Georgetown HoyasJan 31
L70-92at St. John's Red StormJan 29
W87-76vs Marquette Golden EaglesJan 24

Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 2-8Streak L368.7 scored · 78.3 allowed per game1-4 away

L76-79vs Providence FriarsFeb 28
L71-72vs DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 26
L52-81at St. John's Red StormFeb 21
W91-84at UConn HuskiesFeb 19
L69-80vs Villanova WildcatsFeb 14
L71-72at DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 12
W69-68vs Seton Hall PiratesFeb 7
L68-76at Georgetown HoyasFeb 5
L58-85vs UConn HuskiesFeb 1
L62-86at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 28

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	Creighton Bluejays	Butler Bulldogs
Field goals	28-66	24-58
Field goal %	42	41
Three-pointers	10-28	4-24
Three-point %	36	17
Free throws	10-10	7-8
Free throw %	100	88
Rebounds	37	34
Offensive rebounds	9	6
Defensive rebounds	28	28
Assists	18	12
Steals	13	6
Blocks	0	5
Turnovers	9	15
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	27	14
Fast-break points	15	10
Points in the paint	34	36
Fouls	10	12
Largest lead	23	7
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	51	41

How the scoring went

1st Half29-30Finley Bizjack makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half32-30Josh Dix makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nik Graves assists)
1st Half32-32Finley Bizjack makes driving layup
1st Half32-33Michael Ajayi makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half32-34Michael Ajayi makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half32-36Yohan Traore makes 2-foot dunk (Michael Ajayi assists)
2nd Half35-36Isaac Traudt makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half38-36Josh Dix makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half40-36Jasen Green makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half41-36Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-36Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-36Josh Dix makes driving layup
2nd Half47-36Isaac Traudt makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half47-38Michael Ajayi makes layup (Yohan Traore assists)
2nd Half48-38Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-38Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-38Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-38Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-40Yohan Traore makes layup (Finley Bizjack assists)
2nd Half53-40Jasen Green makes driving layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half53-42Michael Ajayi makes layup
2nd Half56-42Josh Dix makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half58-42Josh Dix makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half58-44Finley Bizjack makes driving layup
2nd Half60-44Josh Dix makes layup
2nd Half63-44Austin Swartz makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hudson Greer assists)
2nd Half63-46Michael Ajayi makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half65-46Hudson Greer makes layup (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half65-48Jamie Kaiser Jr. makes layup (Finley Bizjack assists)
2nd Half67-48Jasen Green makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half67-49Michael Ajayi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-49Nik Graves makes driving layup
2nd Half69-51Michael Ajayi makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half72-51Austin Swartz makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half74-51Austin Swartz makes 2-foot dunk (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half74-54Evan Haywood makes 27-foot three point jumper (Finley Bizjack assists)
2nd Half74-57Evan Haywood makes 27-foot three point jumper (Michael Ajayi assists)
2nd Half75-57Ty Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-57Ty Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-59Michael Ajayi makes 0-foot dunk (Evan Haywood assists)