Creighton (12-9, 6-4 Big East) walks into this matchup knowing exactly what it’s up against, a disciplined, physical, and deeply talented No. 2 UConn (20-1, 10-0 Big East) team that rarely gives opponents room to breathe. Creighton counters with a mix of elite shooting, smart spacing, and veteran composure that can challenge UConn in ways most opponents can’t.
This matchup isn’t about trading blows with the Huskies. It’s about leaning into what the Bluejays do best, controlling pace, and nudging the defending champs out of their rhythm. If they succeed, the possibility of an upset becomes far more than a long shot.
Creighton’s path to an upset over No. 2 UConn starts with the very thing that has defined its season, resilience wrapped in firepower. Despite a 12–9 record and a roller‑coaster stretch of alternating wins and losses, the Bluejays have been tested by elite competition. Their nine losses came at the hands of opponents with a combined 127–61 record, including three current top‑10 teams…