NCAAB · Final

Nebraska Dominates Creighton in Convincing Win

Sunday, December 7, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Pinnacle Bank Arena

Nebraska Cornhuskers 71, Creighton Bluejays 50, 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 Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers beat Creighton Bluejays 71-50 at Pinnacle Bank Arena on December 7, 2025.

Who was favored in Creighton Bluejays vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.

In a commanding performance, the Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated the Creighton Bluejays 71-50 at the Pinnacle Bank Arena. This victory extends Nebraska's impressive home record to 10-0, while Creighton falls to 5-5 on the season. Nebraska's strong showing was characterized by their recent form, having won their last eight games, with an average of 86.0 points scored and 76.0 points allowed over their last ten outings. In contrast, Creighton, despite a two-game winning streak prior to this matchup, has struggled on the road, now holding an away record of 0-5 this season.

The Cornhuskers showcased their scoring prowess early on, and their defense stifled Creighton's attempts to mount a comeback. Nebraska's last five games have seen them average 85.4 points while allowing 78.4, indicating a high-scoring style that they maintained throughout the game. Creighton, averaging 75.7 points but allowing 71.6, could not keep pace with Nebraska's offensive onslaught, particularly in the second half.

Historically, this matchup has favored Nebraska, who now leads the head-to-head record 2-0 after winning the previous meeting 74-63 on November 23, 2024. The Cornhuskers' home advantage was evident, as they have consistently performed well at Pinnacle Bank Arena, boasting a 9-0 record at home this season.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant absences for either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this contest. The market had Nebraska favored by 5.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 155.5. This spread reflected the expectations of a competitive game, but Nebraska's performance exceeded those expectations.

The conditions in the arena were favorable for a basketball game, and the Cornhuskers capitalized on their home crowd's energy. Fans witnessed a well-rounded effort from Nebraska, highlighted by key plays in the second half, including free throws by Rienk Mast and a three-point jumper by Austin Swartz.

As the game progressed, it became clear that Nebraska's strategy and execution were superior, leading to a decisive victory. The Cornhuskers' ability to maintain control of the game and limit Creighton's scoring opportunities was crucial to their success. This game not only solidifies Nebraska's strong start to the season but also raises questions about Creighton's ability to perform away from home as they continue to seek consistency.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NEB -5.5	155.5 o -110 / u -110	Creighton Bluejays +185 · Nebraska Cornhuskers -225

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Leaders

PointsRienk Mast20Nebraska Cornhuskers
AssistsSam Hoiberg5Nebraska Cornhuskers
ReboundsBerke Buyuktuncel13Nebraska Cornhuskers
PointsAustin Swartz16Creighton Bluejays
AssistsJasen Green3Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsJasen Green6Creighton Bluejays

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Nebraska Cornhuskers

Last 10: 8-2Streak W886 scored · 76 allowed per game7-1 at home

W72-63vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 29
W80-73vs Winthrop EaglesNov 26
W86-85vs Kansas State WildcatsNov 22
W84-72at New Mexico LobosNov 21
W105-99vs Oklahoma SoonersNov 16
W69-50vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 12
W96-66vs Florida International PanthersNov 8
W86-53vs West Georgia WolvesNov 4
L68-83vs Iowa HawkeyesMar 9
L114-116at Ohio State BuckeyesMar 5

Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 6-4Streak W275.7 scored · 71.6 allowed per game0-4 away

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
W84-45vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 15
L63-90at Gonzaga BulldogsNov 12
W92-76vs South Dakota CoyotesNov 6
L66-82at St. John's Red StormMar 15
W71-62vs UConn HuskiesMar 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
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Creighton Bluejays	Nebraska Cornhuskers
Field goals	16-52	24-55
Field goal %	31	44
Three-pointers	8-33	10-27
Three-point %	24	37
Free throws	10-17	13-20
Free throw %	59	65
Rebounds	35	39
Offensive rebounds	9	8
Defensive rebounds	26	31
Assists	9	11
Steals	2	7
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	12	8
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	10
Fast-break points	5	4
Points in the paint	12	24
Fouls	19	14
Largest lead	0	27
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	94

How the scoring went

1st Half18-31Nik Graves made Free Throw.
1st Half19-31Nik Graves made Free Throw.
1st Half19-32Berke Buyuktuncel made Free Throw.
1st Half19-33Berke Buyuktuncel made Free Throw.
2nd Half19-35Pryce Sandfort made Layup. Assisted by Sam Hoiberg.
2nd Half20-35Blake Harper made Free Throw.
2nd Half20-37Rienk Mast made Jumper.
2nd Half21-37Nik Graves made Free Throw.
2nd Half22-37Nik Graves made Free Throw.
2nd Half22-40Rienk Mast made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jamarques Lawrence.
2nd Half22-42Sam Hoiberg made Layup.
2nd Half22-45Sam Hoiberg made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half25-45Josh Dix made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Traudt.
2nd Half25-47Berke Buyuktuncel made Layup. Assisted by Pryce Sandfort.
2nd Half26-47Josh Dix made Free Throw.
2nd Half27-47Josh Dix made Free Throw.
2nd Half29-47Austin Swartz made Layup.
2nd Half29-49Braden Frager made Jumper.
2nd Half29-50Braden Frager made Free Throw.
2nd Half31-50Austin Swartz made Jumper.
2nd Half33-50Ty Davis made Layup.
2nd Half33-52Sam Hoiberg made Layup.
2nd Half35-52Austin Swartz made Jumper. Assisted by Ty Davis.
2nd Half35-55Rienk Mast made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sam Hoiberg.
2nd Half37-55Austin Swartz made Jumper. Assisted by Jasen Green.
2nd Half37-58Pryce Sandfort made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sam Hoiberg.
2nd Half40-58Josh Dix made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half40-60Sam Hoiberg made Layup.
2nd Half40-61Sam Hoiberg made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-61Fedor Zugic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jasen Green.
2nd Half43-63Rienk Mast made Layup.
2nd Half43-64Rienk Mast made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-65Rienk Mast made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-66Rienk Mast made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-68Pryce Sandfort made Layup.
2nd Half43-69Pryce Sandfort made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-69Josh Dix made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-71Cale Jacobsen made Layup.
2nd Half47-71Austin Swartz made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half50-71Isaac Traudt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ty Davis.