ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Creighton Defeats Xavier 66-61
Creighton grabbed a 66-61 win over Xavier on Wednesday, behind a 13-point effort from Denzel Mahoney at CHI Health Center Omaha.
Creighton earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -7.0-point spread.
Creighton got 13 points from Antwann Jones and another 10 points from Christian Bishop. Denzel Mahoney contributed 2 assists, while Christian Bishop cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Xavier got 12 points from Nate Johnson in a losing cause and another 11 points from Paul Scruggs. Paul Scruggs contributed 4 assists for them, while Colby Jones had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Creighton were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Creighton as they grabbed 41 boards, while Xavier only had 38
Creighton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Providence. Xavier will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Seton Hall.