- Matchup: Creighton Bluejays vs Butler Bulldogs
- Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Venue: Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Butler Bulldogs (15-14) aim to secure a victory against the Creighton Bluejays (14-16) at Hinkle Fieldhouse this Wednesday.
In their previous matchup, the Creighton Bluejays fell short against Providence, concluding the game at 79-76. They recorded a field goal percentage of 42.6% (26 out of 61) and sank 9 of their 27 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 15 of 17 shots, achieving an impressive 88.2%. On the rebounding front, Creighton collected a total of 32 boards, including 10 on the offensive end. Their passing game saw them distribute 17 assists while pressuring the opponent into 7 turnovers, earning 2 steals. Defensively, they allowed their rivals to shoot 50.8% from the floor (32 of 63). Providence registered 9 assists and managed 5 steals, alongside securing 30 rebounds (6 offensive, 24 defensive) without any blocks. The Friars also shot 87.5% from the charity stripe, hitting 7 of their 8 attempts and converting 8 of 19 from long range. In terms of fouls, Creighton committed 9 compared to Providence’s 16.
Austin Swartz emerged as a key performer for the Bluejays, achieving a shooting rate of 50.0% from the field along with 2 assists. In 25 minutes on the court, he captured 7 rebounds and tallied 18 points on 7 of 14 shooting.
As they enter this contest, the Creighton Bluejays hold a record of 14-16 this season. They average 75.6 points per game, ranking 192nd in Division 1, with a field goal efficiency of 45.3%. From distance, they connect on 34.9% of their 3-point attempts (297 of 850) and convert 75.6% from the free-throw line. The Bluejays gather an average of 35.0 rebounds per game and have amassed 464 assists this season, placing them at 79th in the country for assists. They average 11.5 turnovers and commit 14.3 fouls per contest.
On defense, the Bluejays force an average of 9.6 turnovers while garnering 16.3 fouls per game. They allow 36.0% shooting on 3-point attempts and rank 233rd nationally in points allowed per game (75.7). The Bluejays’ defensive efforts permit a field goal percentage of 45.7% (865 of 1,891) and result in an average of 35.7 rebounds per game, ranking 280th for assists allowed, having relinquished 437 this season.
In their last outing, the Butler Bulldogs lost to Villanova, finishing at 82-73. They managed to gather 24 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive boards for a total of 33. Butler turned the ball over 11 times and achieved 4 steals during the game. Villanova committed 19 fouls, leading to 27 free-throw attempts for the Bulldogs, who converted 22 for a percentage of 81.5%. Butler made 3 of 13 attempts from beyond the arc (23.1%). At game’s end, the Bulldogs shot 24 for 53 from the field for a shooting percentage of 45.3%. They allowed Villanova to shoot 31 out of 63 attempts, translating to 49.2%. Butler concluded with a 31.3% rate from 3-point range, hitting 10 of 32, alongside 10 of 14 from the free-throw line (71.4%). On rebounding, the Bulldogs allowed Villanova to collect 24 total (5 offensive).
Michael Ajayi contributed significantly for the Bulldogs, scoring 17 points in 37 minutes of play, along with 2 assists. He converted 5 of 10 attempts, achieving a shooting rate of 50%, while also grabbing 9 rebounds.
Butler stands at 15-14 this season, averaging 15.4 fouls per game and posting a free-throw shooting percentage of 71.2%. They assist teammates 15.6 times on average (ranking 91st in college basketball) and average 11.1 turnovers. The Bulldogs have accumulated 2,319 points this season (80.0 per game) and secure 37.7 rebounds per game, connecting on 45.4% of their field goals, which ranks 178th nationally.
Defensively, Butler allows 32.9% shooting from long range (225 of 684), and opponents hit 71.6% of their free throws. They give up an average of 15.3 assists and 34.1 rebounds per game, ranking 304th and 170th respectively in those defensive categories. With 77.3 points per game allowed (ranked 276th in college), they force 10.9 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 45.8% from the field (273rd in the NCAA).
Who will triumph in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Butler
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