Match Analysis: Creighton Bluejays vs DePaul Blue Demons – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 13, 2025
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
Game Overview
The Creighton Bluejays, seeded second in the Big East Tournament, face off against the 10th-seeded DePaul Blue Demons. Creighton boasts a strong record of 22-9 overall and 15-5 in the Big East, while DePaul stands at 14-18 overall and 4-16 in conference play.
Key Factors to Consider
- Creighton has been performing well, winning four of their last five games, with a strong offense led by Ryan Kalkbrenner. DePaul, despite a weaker record, has shown resilience with recent wins.
- In their last meeting, Creighton defeated DePaul 75-65, showcasing their dominance. Historically, Creighton tends to perform better against DePaul.
- DePaul's N.J. Benson is questionable with a hand injury, while Conor Enright and others are out. Creighton's Pop Isaacs is also out with a hip injury.
- The game is played at a neutral site, Madison Square Garden, which could affect team dynamics. However, Creighton's recent form suggests they might handle the environment better.
- Both teams are highly motivated, but Creighton's stronger seeding and recent performance might give them an edge in terms of confidence and momentum.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Creighton Bluejays: -800, DePaul Blue Demons: 550 | Creighton Bluejays | β β β β β 85% |
Spread | Creighton Bluejays: -11.5 -112, DePaul Blue Demons: 11.5 -108 | Creighton Bluejays | β β β ββ 60% |
Over_under | Over: 143.5 -115, Under: 143.5 -105 | Under | β β β ββ 55% |
Predicted Outcome
Creighton is likely to win due to their superior record and recent performance.
Predicted Score: Creighton 78, DePaul 65