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Creighton Defeats Connecticut 59-55 - Recap
Ryan Hawkins scored 23 points and chipped in with 11 rebounds for Creighton on Tuesday, leading them to a 59-55 victory over Connecticut at XL Center.
Creighton was a +10.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Trey Alexander had 11 points for Creighton and Arthur Kaluma chipped in with 7 points. Trey Alexander had 3 assists for them, while Ryan Hawkins was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Connecticut got 20 points from Isaiah Whaley in a losing cause and another 13 points from R.J. Cole. R.J. Cole contributed 3 assists for them, while Adama Sanogo had 9 rebounds.
Creighton led at halftime, 32-23.
Creighton had a 40-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Creighton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Seton Hall. Connecticut will aim to get back on the winning track at Villanova.