NCAAB · Final

DePaul Edges Creighton in Thrilling Finish

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · CHI Health Center Omaha

DePaul Blue Demons 72, Creighton Bluejays 71, 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 DePaul Blue Demons vs Creighton Bluejays?

DePaul Blue Demons beat Creighton Bluejays 72-71 at CHI Health Center Omaha on February 25, 2026.

Who was favored in DePaul Blue Demons vs Creighton Bluejays?

Creighton Bluejays were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.

In a closely contested matchup, the DePaul Blue Demons narrowly defeated the Creighton Bluejays 72-71 at the CHI Health Center Omaha. This game was particularly significant as it marked the second meeting between these two teams in the 2026 season, with DePaul having previously won 72-71 on February 12. The victory improved DePaul's record to 16-13, while Creighton fell to 14-16.

Both teams entered this game with inconsistent recent form. Creighton had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, including a loss to St. John's Red Storm (52-81) just five days prior. Their scoring average during this stretch was 72.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 81.8 points, indicating defensive struggles. At home, Creighton had a home record of 2-2 in their last four games, with their last five games averaging 70.4 points scored and 77.0 points allowed.

DePaul's recent form showed a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to Providence (68-71). They averaged 69.1 points scored and 71.7 points allowed during this stretch. DePaul's away record was notably poor, with only one win in their last five away games, but they had previously defeated Creighton in their last meeting.

The matchup featured a competitive atmosphere with both teams looking to assert themselves. The spread set by DraftKings favored Creighton by 3.5 points, with a total over/under of 142.5. The moneyline odds reflected a -198 for Creighton and +164 for DePaul, indicating that the market viewed Creighton as the stronger team heading into the game.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the provided facts, allowing both teams to field their rosters without significant absences. The conditions of the game were not detailed, but the venue at CHI Health Center Omaha typically provides a solid home-court advantage for Creighton.

As the game progressed, it was clear that both teams were evenly matched. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest, with key contributions from both sides. CJ Gunn's three-pointer tied the game at 66, and Brandon Maclin's free throws gave DePaul a slim lead. Josh Dix's three-pointer briefly put Creighton ahead, but a layup from NJ Benson sealed the victory for DePaul in the final moments.

The outcome of this game adds to the rivalry between the two teams, with DePaul now holding a 4-1 advantage in their last five meetings. The thrilling finish and the close scoreline reflect the competitive spirit of college basketball, making this fixture one to remember for fans of both teams.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CREI -3.5	142.5 o -112 / u -108	DePaul Blue Demons +164 · Creighton Bluejays -198

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Leaders

PointsJosh Dix15Creighton Bluejays
AssistsNik Graves4Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsJasen Green9Creighton Bluejays
PointsBrandon Maclin21DePaul Blue Demons
AssistsLayden Blocker5DePaul Blue Demons
ReboundsNJ Benson9DePaul Blue Demons

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Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 3-7Streak L172.2 scored · 81.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

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
W94-93vs Xavier MusketeersJan 22
L88-93at Providence FriarsJan 16

DePaul Blue Demons

Last 10: 4-6Streak L169.1 scored · 71.7 allowed per game1-4 away

L68-71vs Providence FriarsFeb 22
W69-57at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 19
W72-71vs Creighton BluejaysFeb 12
L72-90at Providence FriarsFeb 7
L56-68vs St. John's Red StormFeb 4
L66-68at Xavier MusketeersJan 31
L61-70at Georgetown HoyasJan 29
W67-60vs Seton Hall PiratesJan 24
L80-87at Butler BulldogsJan 21
W80-75vs Marquette Golden EaglesJan 17

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	DePaul Blue Demons	Creighton Bluejays
Field goals	28-56	25-56
Field goal %	50	45
Three-pointers	10-19	10-25
Three-point %	53	40
Free throws	6-8	11-13
Free throw %	75	85
Rebounds	30	32
Offensive rebounds	7	10
Defensive rebounds	23	22
Assists	18	14
Steals	10	7
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	19
Fast-break points	4	5
Points in the paint	32	28
Fouls	14	10
Largest lead	2	11
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	5	87

How the scoring went

1st Half30-38Kerem Konan makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half30-41Fedor Zugic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Dix assists)
2nd Half32-41Brandon Maclin makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half34-41NJ Benson makes layup (Layden Blocker assists)
2nd Half34-43Jasen Green makes driving layup
2nd Half37-43Brandon Maclin makes 24-foot three point jumper (RJ Smith assists)
2nd Half40-43Brandon Maclin makes 26-foot three point jumper (NJ Benson assists)
2nd Half40-45Josh Dix makes driving layup
2nd Half40-48Fedor Zugic makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half42-48Kaleb Banks makes driving layup (Kruz McClure assists)
2nd Half45-48Brandon Maclin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kruz McClure assists)
2nd Half45-50Jasen Green makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half47-50Brandon Maclin makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half47-52Nik Graves makes driving layup
2nd Half49-52Brandon Maclin makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half49-54Jasen Green makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half49-56Josh Dix makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half52-56Théo Pierre-Justin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Maclin assists)
2nd Half54-56Kruz McClure makes driving layup
2nd Half55-56Kaleb Banks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-56Kaleb Banks makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-58Jasen Green makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half56-59Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-60Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-61Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-62Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-62CJ Gunn makes 25-foot three point jumper (Layden Blocker assists)
2nd Half59-63Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half59-64Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half61-64NJ Benson makes 7-foot dunk (CJ Gunn assists)
2nd Half63-64Layden Blocker makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half63-66Jasen Green makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Josh Dix assists)
2nd Half66-66CJ Gunn makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brandon Maclin assists)
2nd Half67-66Brandon Maclin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-66Brandon Maclin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-69Josh Dix makes 26-foot three point jumper (Fedor Zugic assists)
2nd Half70-69Brandon Maclin makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half70-70Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-71Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-71NJ Benson makes layup (Brandon Maclin assists)