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Butler Defeats Creighton 99-98 - Recap

Creighton was burned for 26 points by Jahmyl Telfort on Friday as Butler picked up a 99-98 win at CHI Health Center Omaha.

Butler was a +10.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

DJ Davis had 22 points for Butler and Pierre Brooks II chipped in with 14 points. DJ Davis had 5 assists for them, while Pierre Brooks II was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.

Creighton got 26 points from Steven Ashworth in a losing cause and another 26 points from Baylor Scheierman. Trey Alexander contributed 4 assists for them, while Baylor Scheierman had 11 rebounds.

Butler trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Creighton won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-25.

Butler looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Connecticut. Creighton will aim to get back on the winning track at Providence.