Creighton fails to match Xavier’s intensity, late rally comes up short in a 75-69 loss.
Creighton takes their highest-ever ranking into a tough road game against Xavier in a Saturday matinee.
Creighton misses four late free throws and nearly blows the game, holding on by their fingernails for a 72-71 win.
The Bluejays and Pirates duel on Doug McDermott Bobblehead Day.
Ethan Wragge’s first half #wraggebombs give Creighton a lead, and Doug McDermott’s second-half shooting clinches the win.