Creighton got a big lift from Doug McDermott in back-to-back games this week. On Thursday, they withstood a furious rally by Butler to win thanks to McDermott’s three-pointer with 45 seconds left…and some tremendous defense in the final minute. Here’s links to WBR’s postgame coverage, followed by a package of highlights from the victory.
>> Morning After: #18 Creighton 68, Butler 63
>> Ott’s Thoughts: #18 Creighton Outlasts Butler at Historic Hinkle Fieldhouse
Then on Sunday, Creighton hosted #6 Villanova and treated a standing-room-only crowd to a great game. McDermott scored 39 points, the bench matched his output, and the Jays beat the Wildcats 101-80. Again, here’s WBR’s postgame coverage, following by highlights of the win.