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Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays Recap - Creighton Wins 66-61

Villanova was burned for 27 points by Trey Alexander on Saturday as Creighton picked up a 66-61 win at CHI Health Center Omaha.

Bettors who backed Creighton were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -10.0.

Creighton got 16 points from Ryan Kalkbrenner and another 10 points from Ryan Nembhard. Ryan Nembhard contributed 5 assists, while Arthur Kaluma cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.

Villanova got a 20-point performance from Eric Dixon, who was supported by 13 points from Justin Moore. Justin Moore had 2 assists in a losing cause for Villanova, while Eric Dixon grabbed 9 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Creighton were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Villanova had a 31-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Creighton heads into a battle against Seton Hall. Villanova, meanwhile, will have their next action against DePaul.