NCAAB · Final

UConn Dominates Creighton in NCAAB Showdown

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · CHI Health Center Omaha

UConn Huskies 85, Creighton Bluejays 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UConn Huskies vs Creighton Bluejays?

UConn Huskies beat Creighton Bluejays 85-58 at CHI Health Center Omaha on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in UConn Huskies vs Creighton Bluejays?

UConn Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

The UConn Huskies delivered a commanding performance against the Creighton Bluejays, winning decisively with a final score of 85-58 at the CHI Health Center Omaha. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' current forms, with UConn continuing its impressive run in the season, now boasting a remarkable record of 21-1, while Creighton fell to 12-10.

UConn entered the game on a ten-game winning streak, having not lost in their last ten outings, with an average of 78.4 points scored and only 67 points allowed per game during that stretch. Their recent victories included a win against Providence, where they triumphed 87-81, and a solid performance against Villanova, winning 75-67. In contrast, Creighton had a mixed record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with an average of 79.8 points scored and 79 points allowed. Their latest match resulted in a loss to Marquette, where they were defeated 86-62.

At home, Creighton had a record of 5-1, while their away record stood at 1-3. UConn, on the other hand, was undefeated both at home and away, with a perfect 5-0 record in both categories. This game was particularly significant as it highlighted the disparity between the two teams' performances in the season.

Historically, the two teams had faced each other three times in the previous season, with Creighton holding a slight edge with a record of 2-1 against UConn. Their most recent encounter before this game was on March 15, 2025, where Creighton won 71-62. However, UConn's current form suggested they were prepared to turn the tables.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this important matchup.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UConn favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected UConn's strong performance throughout the season, with a moneyline of -360, while Creighton's moneyline was set at 285. The over/under odds were -105 for the over and -115 for the under, indicating a competitive expectation for total scoring.

Conditions in Omaha were favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their game strategy. Viewers were treated to a display of UConn's offensive prowess, particularly highlighted by Eric Reibe's contributions, including a notable dunk in the second half, as well as a three-point jumper from Jayden Ross.

Overall, the game served as a clear indicator of UConn's dominance in the league, while Creighton faced challenges in maintaining consistency. The final score of 85-58 underscored the current trajectory of both teams as they progress through the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CONN -6.5	142.5 o -105 / u -115	UConn Huskies -360 · Creighton Bluejays +285

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Leaders

PointsNik Graves17Creighton Bluejays
AssistsNik Graves2Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsBlake Harper5Creighton Bluejays
PointsBraylon Mullins16UConn Huskies
AssistsSilas Demary Jr.5UConn Huskies
ReboundsSilas Demary Jr.6UConn Huskies

Recent form

Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 6-4Streak L179.8 scored · 79 allowed per game5-1 at home

L62-86at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 28
W94-93vs Xavier MusketeersJan 22
L88-93at Providence FriarsJan 16
W86-83vs Georgetown HoyasJan 14
L73-90vs St. John's Red StormJan 10
W76-72at Villanova WildcatsJan 8
L54-56at Seton Hall PiratesJan 4
W89-85vs Butler BulldogsDec 31
W92-69vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 23
W84-63vs Marquette Golden EaglesDec 21

UConn Huskies

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1078.4 scored · 67 allowed per game5-0 away

W87-81vs Providence FriarsJan 28
W75-67vs Villanova WildcatsJan 24
W64-62at Georgetown HoyasJan 17
W69-64at Seton Hall PiratesJan 14
W72-60vs DePaul Blue DemonsJan 10
W103-98at Providence FriarsJan 8
W73-57vs Marquette Golden EaglesJan 4
W90-67at Xavier MusketeersDec 31
W72-54at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 21
W79-60vs Butler BulldogsDec 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	UConn Huskies	Creighton Bluejays
Field goals	33-61	18-44
Field goal %	54	41
Three-pointers	16-31	5-21
Three-point %	52	24
Free throws	3-7	17-24
Free throw %	43	71
Rebounds	37	24
Offensive rebounds	13	6
Defensive rebounds	24	18
Assists	16	10
Steals	5	4
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	8	10
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	13
Fast-break points	0	4
Points in the paint	28	22
Fouls	21	13
Largest lead	30	2
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	94	3

How the scoring went

1st Half36-30Blake Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half38-30Silas Demary Jr. makes 12-foot floating jump shot
1st Half41-30Silas Demary Jr. makes 28-foot three pointer
2nd Half41-32Blake Harper makes driving layup
2nd Half44-32Braylon Mullins makes 29-foot three point jumper (Solo Ball assists)
2nd Half46-32Alex Karaban makes driving layup
2nd Half46-34Jasen Green makes driving layup
2nd Half48-34Alex Karaban makes layup
2nd Half48-35Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-36Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-38Austin Swartz makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-38Braylon Mullins makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-38Silas Demary Jr. makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half52-40Jasen Green makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half55-40Alex Karaban makes 23-foot three point jumper (Solo Ball assists)
2nd Half57-40Jaylin Stewart makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half60-40Malachi Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half62-40Alex Karaban makes layup
2nd Half62-41Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-42Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-43Jasen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-43Tarris Reed Jr. makes layup (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half67-43Silas Demary Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jayden Ross assists)
2nd Half69-43Solo Ball makes driving layup
2nd Half69-45Jasen Green makes layup (Austin Swartz assists)
2nd Half72-45Jayden Ross makes 26-foot three point jumper (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half75-45Braylon Mullins makes 28-foot three point jumper (Eric Reibe assists)
2nd Half75-47Blake Harper makes layup
2nd Half75-49Owen Freeman makes layup (Shane Thomas assists)
2nd Half75-50Owen Freeman makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half75-52Owen Freeman makes layup (Josh Dix assists)
2nd Half78-52Silas Demary Jr. makes 27-foot three pointer
2nd Half80-52Eric Reibe makes 3-foot dunk (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half80-53Owen Freeman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-54Owen Freeman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-55Shane Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half83-55Jayden Ross makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malachi Smith assists)
2nd Half83-57Hudson Greer makes layup (Shane Thomas assists)
2nd Half85-57Eric Reibe makes layup (Alec Millender assists)
2nd Half85-58Kerem Konan makes free throw 1 of 2