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Creighton Downs Butler 80-76 - Match Report
Creighton got a 22-point performance from Steven Ashworth, who added 9 assists as Creighton ran past Butler 80-76 on Saturday at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
Bettors who backed Creighton were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Creighton got 22 points from Steven Ashworth and another 14 points from Jamiya Neal. Steven Ashworth contributed 9 assists, while Steven Ashworth cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Butler got a 21-point performance from Patrick McCaffery, who was supported by 14 points from Pierre Brooks II. Jahmyl Telfort had 5 assists in a losing cause for Butler, while Patrick McCaffery grabbed 7 rebounds.
Creighton trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
Creighton won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-30.
Next game, Creighton takes its act home to face Providence looking for another win. For Butler, they head home to face Seton Hall.