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Creighton Bluejays Open as Favorites in Showdown Against Connecticut Huskies: Can They Continue Their Winning Streak?

In an upcoming Big East showdown, the Connecticut Huskies will face off against the Creighton Bluejays. Despite a recent home loss to St. John's, the Huskies hold a record of 16-7. Meanwhile, the Bluejays, who are coming off a solid home win against Marquette, have a record of 18-6. Creighton previously defeated Connecticut 68-62 in their first meeting last month. As Creighton opens as the favorite with a line of -2.5 that has not moved, the question remains: can they extend their winning streak on Tuesday? Stay tuned for our prediction and the best NCAAB Picks to help you secure your win.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Huskies +157 | Bluejays -193
• Spread: Huskies +2.5 (-110) | Bluejays -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Creighton will win straight-up is 66%.

Connecticut vs Creighton Stats

Connecticut Huskies

The UConn Huskies are currently ranked fourth in the conference standings with an 8-4 record, but have been inconsistent in their past six games. They have covered the spread in only one of their last five games. Solo Ball has been a standout performer, scoring 20 or more points in three of his past five games. Alex Karaban has struggled with consistency, while Liam McNeeley Jr. has been a promising addition to the team. The Huskies have a power ranking of 126, ranking 70th in offense and 87th in defense. They have a 16-7 record this season and are averaging 79.1 points per game. Defensively, they have been allowing an average of 68.6 points per game. In terms of shooting percentages, the Huskies are shooting 48.97% from the field, 77.51% from the free-throw line, and 36.55% from three-point range. They also average 34.87 rebounds per game and 18.61 offensive assists per game. Defensively, they allow their opponents to shoot 42.46% from the field, 72.85% from the free-throw line, and 35.87% from three-point range. Their defensive rebounding average is 29.74 per game.

Creighton Bluejays Analysis

The Creighton Bluejays are on a 10-game winning streak, currently standing second in the conference standings with an 11-2 record, just one game behind St. Johns. The team's star player, Ryan Kalkbrunner, is having a standout season, leading the Big East with an average of 19.2 points per game. The Bluejays have covered the spread in their last 10 games and are ranked 24th in the AP Top 25 rankings. Offensively, they are ranked 145th, scoring an average of 75.59 points per game and shooting well from the field and free throw line. Defensively, they are ranked 68th, allowing an average of 67.64 points per game and performing well in rebounding and defensive assists. They have a strong record of 18-5 overall and are a formidable opponent in the upcoming matchups.

Creighton Bluejays Dominate as UConn Huskies Struggle: A Tale of Two Teams

The recent performance of the UConn Huskies has shown a decline compared to their previous season, with a record of 3-3 in their last six games. In contrast, the Creighton Bluejays have displayed dominance by achieving nine consecutive wins, making them a reliable choice for bettors as they have covered the spread in 10 consecutive games. Additionally, the defensive capabilities of both teams differ significantly, with the Huskies conceding 103.9 points per 100 possessions, while the Bluejays allow only 96.5 points per 100 possessions, ranking them 30th in DI in adjusted defensive efficiency. Creighton has been particularly formidable at home, winning six of their last eight conference games by margins of nine points or more.

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