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Recap - Creighton Defeats Villanova 79-59

Creighton blew out Villanova on Friday, running up the score in a 79-59 win at CHI Health Center Omaha.

Creighton was a +7.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Ryan Hawkins had 19 points for Creighton and Ryan Nembhard chipped in with 14 points. Ryan Nembhard had 4 assists for them, while Ryan Hawkins was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Villanova got 16 points from Collin Gillespie in a losing cause and another 15 points from Eric Dixon. Collin Gillespie contributed 2 assists for them, while Eric Dixon had 9 rebounds.

Creighton led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Creighton won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-28.

Creighton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the DePaul. Villanova will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Xavier.