NCAAB · Final

Villanova Defeats Creighton 80-69 in NCAAB Clash

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 2:30 PM ET · CHI Health Center Omaha

Villanova Wildcats 80, Creighton Bluejays 69, 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 Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays?

Villanova Wildcats beat Creighton Bluejays 80-69 at CHI Health Center Omaha on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays?

Villanova Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Creighton Bluejays with a final score of 80-69 at the CHI Health Center Omaha. This victory marks Villanova's continued dominance over Creighton, extending their winning streak against them to four games, as they have won all three meetings this season and last. Villanova now holds a 20-5 record, while Creighton falls to 13-13.

Villanova entered the game with a strong recent form, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and on a four-game winning streak. They averaged 76.4 points scored while allowing 72.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them score an average of 76.6 points while conceding 71.0. In contrast, Creighton struggled with a 4-6 record in their last ten games, with their most recent result being a loss to the DePaul Blue Demons. The Bluejays averaged 74.5 points scored and allowed 81.8 points in their last ten games, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Villanova exploited effectively.

At home, Creighton had a record of 3-2, while their away performance was less impressive at 1-4. Villanova, on the other hand, had a solid away record of 3-1, contributing to their confidence heading into this matchup. The game was also significant as it took place on February 14, 2026, a date that could resonate with fans for its Valentine's Day theme, adding an extra layer of excitement to the fixture.

The betting market reflected Villanova's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 1.5-point favorites. The total points over/under was set at 145.5, indicating expectations for a relatively high-scoring game. Villanova's moneyline was at -135, while Creighton's was at +114, suggesting a clear market confidence in the Wildcats.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the impact of any absences could have influenced both teams' performance. As the game progressed, Villanova's ability to convert free throws proved crucial, with players like Malachi Palmer and Tyler Perkins contributing significantly to their scoring in the second half.

The conditions of the game were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather factors reported, as it took place indoors. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere, and the Bluejays' home court advantage was evident, although it was not enough to secure a victory.

Viewers should have kept an eye on Villanova's offensive execution and their ability to capitalize on Creighton's defensive lapses. The Wildcats demonstrated their scoring prowess, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a lead and closed out the game effectively. Creighton's struggles to contain Villanova's scoring, especially in the latter stages, were pivotal to the outcome.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VILL -1.5	145.5 o -115 / u -105	Villanova Wildcats -135 · Creighton Bluejays +114

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Leaders

PointsNik Graves15Creighton Bluejays
AssistsNik Graves5Creighton Bluejays
ReboundsJasen Green11Creighton Bluejays
PointsDuke Brennan21Villanova Wildcats
AssistsAcaden Lewis4Villanova Wildcats
ReboundsDuke Brennan12Villanova Wildcats

Recent form

Creighton Bluejays

Last 10: 4-6Streak L174.5 scored · 81.8 allowed per game3-2 at home

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
W86-83vs Georgetown HoyasJan 14
L73-90vs St. John's Red StormJan 10
W76-72at Villanova WildcatsJan 8

Villanova Wildcats

Last 10: 7-3Streak W476.4 scored · 72.3 allowed per game3-1 away

W77-74vs Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 11
W80-73at Georgetown HoyasFeb 7
W72-60vs Seton Hall PiratesFeb 4
W87-73vs Providence FriarsJan 31
L67-75at UConn HuskiesJan 24
W66-51vs Georgetown HoyasJan 22
L79-86vs St. John's Red StormJan 18
W88-82at Providence FriarsJan 13
W76-73at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 10
L72-76vs Creighton BluejaysJan 8

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	Villanova Wildcats	Creighton Bluejays
Field goals	30-65	27-65
Field goal %	46	42
Three-pointers	6-21	8-27
Three-point %	29	30
Free throws	14-19	7-12
Free throw %	74	58
Rebounds	41	41
Offensive rebounds	12	13
Defensive rebounds	29	28
Assists	14	16
Steals	7	5
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	7	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	6
Fast-break points	4	11
Points in the paint	48	34
Fouls	16	15
Largest lead	16	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	93	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half45-35Isaac Traudt makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half45-37Josh Dix makes driving layup
2nd Half47-37Duke Brennan makes 5-foot hook shot (Matt Hodge assists)
2nd Half47-40Josh Dix makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half49-40Tyler Perkins makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half49-42Jasen Green makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half52-42Devin Askew makes 28-foot three pointer
2nd Half52-44Nik Graves makes layup (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half55-44Malachi Palmer makes 22-foot three point jumper (Tyler Perkins assists)
2nd Half57-44Malachi Palmer makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half57-45Jasen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-45Braden Pierce makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half59-48Fedor Zugic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ty Davis assists)
2nd Half59-50Kerem Konan makes 2-foot dunk (Fedor Zugic assists)
2nd Half61-50Duke Brennan makes layup (Acaden Lewis assists)
2nd Half61-52Fedor Zugic makes driving layup (Kerem Konan assists)
2nd Half63-52Tyler Perkins makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half65-52Matt Hodge makes layup (Duke Brennan assists)
2nd Half66-52Acaden Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-54Josh Dix makes layup (Jasen Green assists)
2nd Half66-56Austin Swartz makes driving layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half67-56Acaden Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-56Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-58Fedor Zugic makes layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half68-60Hudson Greer makes driving layup (Nik Graves assists)
2nd Half71-60Malachi Palmer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Devin Askew assists)
2nd Half71-61Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-61Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-61Duke Brennan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-62Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-63Nik Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-63Malachi Palmer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-63Malachi Palmer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-63Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-66Nik Graves makes 27-foot three pointer
2nd Half77-66Devin Askew makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-66Devin Askew makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-66Tyler Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-66Tyler Perkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-69Hudson Greer makes 28-foot three point jumper (Nik Graves assists)