- Matchup: Creighton Bluejays vs Marquette Golden Eagles
- Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Venue: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Creighton Bluejays (12-8) are set to visit Fiserv Forum this Tuesday to face off against the Marquette Golden Eagles (7-14).
The Creighton Bluejays recently clashed with Xavier, clinching a thrilling 94-93 victory. Creighton registered an impressive field goal percentage of 54.2% (32 of 59) and excelled from three-point range, hitting 13 of 24 attempts. From the free throw line, the Bluejays made 17 of 24 for a success rate of 70.8%. They secured 26 rebounds, including 5 offensive boards, and provided 18 assists while forcing 9 turnovers from their opponents. On defense, Creighton allowed Xavier to achieve a 56.9% field goal shooting rate (37 of 65). Xavier recorded 18 assists and 4 steals, grabbing a total of 28 rebounds (5 offensive, 23 defensive), but were unable to register a block. Notably, Xavier hit 7 of their 8 free throws, equating to a conversion rate of 87.5% and made 12 out of 24 three-point attempts. The foul count saw Creighton committing 12 fouls against Xavier’s 21.
Josh Dix emerged as a key player, achieving 54.5% shooting accuracy from the field with 2 assists in 36 minutes and grabbing 3 rebounds, finishing with 19 points on 6 of 11 shooting.
Entering this matchup, Creighton holds a record of 12-8 for the season. The team averages 79.0 points per game, ranking 131st nationally, with a shooting efficiency of 46.6%. The Bluejays excel from beyond the arc with a 35.5% shooting rate (207 of 583) and convert 75.5% of their free throw attempts. In rebounding, they average 36.1 boards per game and have accumulated 322 assists this season, ranking 84th in the country. They average 10.8 turnovers per game, alongside committing 14.4 fouls on average.
Defensively, Creighton forces opponents into 9.6 turnovers per game while drawing 16.3 fouls. They limit opponents to 34.3% from three-point territory and rank 207th in points allowed per game (74.4). The Bluejays have a field goal defense percentage of 44.5% (571 of 1,283) and give up an average of 35.6 rebounds per contest. Their defense has allowed a total of 278 assists, ranking them 211th in Division 1 college basketball.
In their previous game, Marquette Golden Eagles suffered a defeat against Butler with a final score of 87-76. During this matchup, Marquette gathered 18 defensive and 6 offensive rebounds, totaling 24 boards. They committed 14 turnovers while earning 9 steals. Butler committed 12 fouls, giving Marquette 14 chances at the charity stripe, where they managed to convert 9 shots for a 64.3% success rate. Marquette struggled from long range, making only 5 of their 27 attempts (18.5%). Ultimately, the Golden Eagles shot 31 of 63 from the field, achieving 49.2% accuracy. They permitted Butler to shoot 29 of 57, which translates to a 50.9% shooting performance. Marquette also yielded 31.6% from the three-point line (6 of 19) and converted 23 of 31 free throws (74.2%). Defensively, Marquette allowed Butler to secure 25 total rebounds (7 offensive).
Chase Ross was a notable contributor for Marquette, scoring 15 points over 37 minutes with 4 assists, hitting 6 of 14 from the field for a 42.9% efficiency, and grabbing 4 rebounds.
Marquette stands at 7-14 for this season. Offensively, the Golden Eagles shoot 42.2% from the field, placing them 321st in the nation. They have scored a total of 1,593 points, averaging 75.9 points per game, and retrieving 35.4 rebounds per contest. With an assist rate of 15.3 per game (107th nationally), they average 11.2 turnovers per game and commit 17.6 fouls.
Defensively, the Golden Eagles rank 310th in Division 1 for points allowed, giving up 79.1 per game. They force an average of 13.7 turnovers while their opponents shoot 45.7% from the field (279th in college). Marquette’s defense allows 34.7% from three (167 of 481) and has seen opponents convert 76.8% from the free throw line. They concede 16.2 assists and 38.6 rebounds, which ranks 333rd and 344th in those categories defensively.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Creighton
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