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Creighton Downs Providence 78-74 - Match Report
Creighton got 24 points from Ty-Shon Alexander en route to a 78-74 victory over Providence on Saturday at CHI Health Center Omaha.
Creighton did not, however, defeat Providence against the spread, which closed at -6.5 at most sportsbooks.
Creighton got 17 points from Mitch Ballock and another 14 points from Denzel Mahoney. Marcus Zegarowski contributed 3 assists, while Damien Jefferson cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Providence got 36 points from David Duke in a losing cause and another 9 points from Luwane Pipkins. Luwane Pipkins contributed 3 assists for them, while Kalif Young had 10 rebounds.
Creighton led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Creighton had a 35-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Creighton takes its act on the road to face DePaul looking for another win. For Providence, they head on the road to face Seton Hall.