West Virginia Mountaineers Defeat Creighton Bluejays 87-70
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 4:14 PM ET · T-Mobile Arena
West Virginia Mountaineers 87, Creighton Bluejays 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won West Virginia Mountaineers vs Creighton Bluejays?
West Virginia Mountaineers beat Creighton Bluejays 87-70 at T-Mobile Arena on April 4, 2026.
Who was favored in West Virginia Mountaineers vs Creighton Bluejays?
West Virginia Mountaineers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the T-Mobile Arena, the West Virginia Mountaineers triumphed over the Creighton Bluejays with a final score of 87-70. This game showcased the Mountaineers' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. The Mountaineers, who finished the season with a record of 20-14, entered the game as slight favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -1.5 on the spread.
Recent form indicated that both teams were struggling, but West Virginia had a slight edge. The Mountaineers had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, averaging 65.7 points scored and allowing 66.9 points. Their most recent game resulted in a loss against BYU, where they fell 48-68. In contrast, Creighton had a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, averaging 70.4 points scored and allowing 74.3 points. They were coming off a loss to Seton Hall, where they lost 61-72.
At home, Creighton had a record of 1-3 in their last four games, while West Virginia's away record was 2-3 in their last five games. This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it pitted two teams with contrasting recent performances against each other, but ultimately, West Virginia's consistency proved too much for Creighton.
The game featured several scoring plays that highlighted West Virginia's offensive prowess. Notable moments included Brenen Lorient's 2-foot dunk and Treysen Eaglestaff's driving layup, which helped the Mountaineers extend their lead in the second half. Creighton attempted to respond with scores from Fedor Zugic and Shane Thomas, but they were unable to close the gap significantly.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best available players for this crucial matchup. The conditions at the T-Mobile Arena were standard for a basketball game, and the atmosphere was charged as both teams aimed to secure a victory.
The betting market reflected the tight nature of the contest, with West Virginia favored by a narrow margin. The total points set at 137.5 indicated expectations for a moderately high-scoring game, and with the final score reaching 157 points, it surpassed that mark convincingly.
Viewers should have watched for West Virginia's ability to exploit Creighton's defensive lapses, particularly in the second half, where they found success in transition and capitalized on their scoring opportunities. The Mountaineers' effective ball movement and ability to finish at the rim were key factors in their victory, as they consistently found ways to score against Creighton's defense.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WVU -1.5 | 137.5 o -110 / u -110 | West Virginia Mountaineers -130 · Creighton Bluejays +110 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Dix18Creighton Bluejays
- AssistsNik Graves3Creighton Bluejays
- ReboundsJasen Green12Creighton Bluejays
- PointsDJ Thomas20West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsHonor Huff4West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsChance Moore13West Virginia Mountaineers
Recent form
Creighton Bluejays
Last 10: 3-7Streak L170.4 scored · 74.3 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L61-72at Seton Hall PiratesMar 12
- W76-59at Butler BulldogsMar 4
- 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
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L165.7 scored · 66.9 allowed per game2-3 away
- L48-68vs BYU CougarsMar 11
- W77-62vs UCF KnightsMar 7
- L63-65at Kansas State WildcatsMar 4
- W79-71vs BYU CougarsFeb 28
- L84-91at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 25
- L54-60at TCU Horned FrogsFeb 21
- L56-61vs Utah UtesFeb 19
- W74-67at UCF KnightsFeb 14
- L63-70vs Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 8
- W59-54at Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
| 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 | West Virginia Mountaineers | Creighton Bluejays |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-66 | 23-53 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 12-30 | 6-25 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 24 |
| Free throws | 5-11 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 45 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 26 |
| Assists | 15 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-39Honor Huff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-39Honor Huff makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-41Josh Dix makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-41Treysen Eaglestaff makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half50-44Jasen Green makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nik Graves assists)
- 2nd Half53-44Brenen Lorient makes 24-foot three point jumper (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half55-44DJ Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half55-46Josh Dix makes layup (Jasen Green assists)
- 2nd Half55-48Hudson Greer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-48DJ Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half57-49Blake Harper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-49Brenen Lorient makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-49Harlan Obioha makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half63-49Harlan Obioha makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-49DJ Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half65-51Jasen Green makes layup
- 2nd Half65-53Jasen Green makes layup (Josh Dix assists)
- 2nd Half65-54Jasen Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-55Jasen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-56Josh Dix makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-57Josh Dix makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-57Brenen Lorient makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Hudson Greer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Treysen Eaglestaff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half69-60Jasen Green makes layup (Josh Dix assists)
- 2nd Half72-60Treysen Eaglestaff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half72-61Hudson Greer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-61Honor Huff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Harlan Obioha assists)
- 2nd Half77-61Chance Moore makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half79-61Brenen Lorient makes layup (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half79-63Nik Graves makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-64Nik Graves makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half81-64Brenen Lorient makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half83-64Treysen Eaglestaff makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-65Fedor Zugic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-66Fedor Zugic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-68Kerem Konan makes layup (Fedor Zugic assists)
- 2nd Half83-70Shane Thomas makes layup (Ty Davis assists)
- 2nd Half85-70DJ Thomas makes layup (Chance Moore assists)
- 2nd Half87-70Chance Moore makes 1-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Creighton Bluejays, below favours West Virginia Mountaineers.
Venue
- T-Mobile ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance2947
- OfficialsEarl Walton, Matt Potter, Chris Merlo
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