Creighton Ends Villanova’s Five-Game Winning Streak with 86-79 Victory

Ryan Kalkbrenner and Jamiya Neal lead Creighton to a strong home win, overcoming Eric Dixon's standout performance for Villanova.

Creighton improved to 8-5 overall and 1-1 in Big East play with a home victory, bouncing back after a loss to Georgetown earlier in the week.
Ryan Kalkbrenner scored 23 points, while Jamiya Neal added 20 points, including six three-pointers, to secure the Bluejays' win.
Villanova's Eric Dixon, the nation's leading scorer, tallied 27 points, but the Wildcats could not extend their five-game winning streak.
Creighton outshot Villanova from beyond the arc, making 14 three-pointers compared to Villanova's seven, a decisive factor in the game.
The Bluejays held a narrow 40-38 halftime lead and maintained control throughout the second half despite Villanova's late comeback attempt.