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Xavier Falls 78-71 to Creighton - Recap
Xavier was burned for 28 points by Ryan Kalkbrenner on Saturday as Creighton picked up a 78-71 win at Cintas Center.
Bettors who backed Creighton were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks.
Creighton got 16 points from Baylor Scheierman and another 12 points from Steven Ashworth. Steven Ashworth contributed 9 assists, while Baylor Scheierman cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Xavier got a 22-point performance from Desmond Claude, who was supported by 21 points from Dayvion McKnight. Dayvion McKnight had 5 assists in a losing cause for Xavier, while Dayvion McKnight grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Creighton were victorious, as the score was 38-30 at the break.
Creighton had a 36-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Creighton heads into a battle against Georgetown University. Xavier, meanwhile, will have their next action against Seton Hall.