ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Creighton Defeats Connecticut 74-66
Creighton got 20 points from Denzel Mahoney as they ran past Connecticut 74-66 on Saturday at CHI Health Center Omaha.
Creighton earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -8.5-point spread.
Marcus Zegarowski had 15 points for Creighton and Damien Jefferson chipped in with 13 points. Mitch Ballock had 3 assists for them, while Damien Jefferson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
Connecticut got a 14-point performance from R.J. Cole, who was supported by 13 points from Adama Sanogo. R.J. Cole had 5 assists in a losing cause for Connecticut, while Isaiah Whaley grabbed 9 rebounds.
Creighton was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut had a 39-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Creighton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Seton Hall. Connecticut will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Butler.