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Villanova vs Creighton Final: 90-78 - Recap

Phil Booth went off for 28 points and added 4 rebounds leading Villanova over Creighton, 90-78, on Sunday at CenturyLink Center-NE.

Bettors who backed Villanova were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +0.0 at sportsbooks.

Eric Paschall had 21 points for Villanova and Collin Gillespie chipped in with 14 points. Phil Booth had 7 assists for them, while Eric Paschall was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Creighton got 22 points from Ty-Shon Alexander in a losing cause and another 14 points from Martin Krampelj. Marcus Zegarowski contributed 7 assists for them, while Martin Krampelj had 10 rebounds.

Villanova trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Villanova as they grabbed 31 boards, while Creighton only had 27

Villanova looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Xavier. Creighton will aim to get back on the winning track at St. John's.