Creighton Defeats Xavier in Big East Showdown

Creighton defeated Xavier 86-77, extending their winning streak to six games, with Ryan Kalkbrenner scoring 29 points and adding nine rebounds. Significant contributions from Jamiya Neal and Isaac Traudt, who hit crucial 3-pointers in the second half, helped Creighton maintain their lead. Kalkbrenner's performance moved him to second place on Creighton's all-time scoring list. Xavier, led by Ryan Conwell with 20 points, struggled to maintain momentum despite a strong start by Zach Freemantle. Creighton remains competitive in the Big East Conference standings, trailing only Marquette and St. John's. The win was significant as it followed a disappointing loss in women's basketball against UConn, highlighting a successful bounce-back for Creighton's men's team.