Creighton Bluejays Open Big East Tournament Seeking Statement Win Over Seton Hall Creighton Bluejays enter the Big East Tournament with a clear objective: to make a strong statement in their first postseason game against fourth-seeded Seton Hall. The Bluejays, seeded fifth, aim to extend their stay in New York with a quarterfinal matchup at Madison Square Garden, where they hope to secure momentum for a potential semifinal run. The game, set for 1:30 p.m. Central time, represents a critical test for the team as they look to prove they are capable of competing at the highest level in March. The Bluejays’ path to the semifinals hinges on the performance of their core trio, starting with guard Josh Dix, whose steady scoring and veteran leadership have been key in recent wins. Alongside him, guard Nik Graves must continue to balance his playmaking, defensive instincts, and scoring to keep the offense organized against Seton Hall’s pressure. Forward Jasen Green’s rebounding becomes even more vital as four frontcourt players are sidelined, with his 5.9 rebounds per game potentially tipping the balance in second-chance opportunities and defensive stops. Point guard Austin Swartz, who leads the team with 62 three-pointers, adds a crucial perimeter threat, making the Bluejays’ offensive blueprint clear: their top producers must carry the load and stay efficient to compensate for their depleted size. The matchup against Seton Hall carries historical significance, as the two programs are tied at 17–17 all-time, but Creighton holds a strong edge in recent meetings. The Bluejays have won 11 of the last 14 matchups, including a dramatic 69–68 victory in Omaha on February 7.#big_east_tournament #creighton_bluejays #seton_hall #josh_dix #greg_mcdermott
UConn Huskies vs Georgetown Hoyas Big East Tournament - Quarterfinal No. 1 UConn dominated Georgetown in a 84-39 victory during the Big East tournament quarterfinals on Saturday, extending its winning streak to 48 games. Serah Williams led the Huskies with 14 points, scoring 12 of them in the first half, while Sarah Strong added 11 points and Azzi Fudd contributed 10. The Huskies, now 32-0 on the season, secured their 37th consecutive conference tournament win and 43rd straight victory against the Hoyas. KK Arnold and Kayleigh Heckel each scored 12 and eight points, respectively, as UConn built a commanding lead early. Georgetown, which had lost to UConn in the Big East tournament four times in the past five seasons, struggled to contain the Huskies’ offense. The Hoyas managed just one field goal in the third quarter, marking a low point in their performance. Laila Jewett was Georgetown’s top scorer with nine points. The game began with Georgetown scoring the first four points, but UConn quickly turned the tide. Williams sparked a 10-0 run, scoring eight points in the stretch, to give the Huskies a lead they never surrendered. The Hoyas went seven minutes without a basket in the second quarter as UConn scored 13 consecutive points, leading 47-18 at halftime. Georgetown’s inability to respond to UConn’s pressure continued in the second half. The Hoyas’ struggles highlighted their inconsistency throughout the season, as they finished with a 14-17 record and a 6-14 mark in the Big East. UConn, meanwhile, advanced to the semifinals where they would face Creighton. The Huskies’ success was underscored by individual achievements, including Strong joining a select group of UConn players with 100 steals in a season.#big_east_tournament #serah_williams #uconn_huskies #georgetown_hoyas #sarah_strong
No. 1 UConn, Creighton to Play in BIG EAST Tournament Semifinals The top-ranked and top-seeded UConn women’s basketball team will face No. 5-seed Creighton in the BIG EAST Tournament semifinals on Sunday. The game, scheduled for 2:30 p.m. at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, will be broadcast on peacock/NBC Sports Network and the UConn Sports Network from Learfield (FOX Sports 97.9). UConn, which entered the tournament with a perfect 32-0 record and a 20-0 mark in the BIG EAST regular season, is seeking its 31st conference tournament title and 24th as a member of the league. The Huskies have now won 12 consecutive conference tournament championships. UConn advanced to the semifinals with an 84-39 victory over No. 8-seed Georgetown in the quarterfinals. Senior Serah Williams led the team with a season-high 14 points and seven rebounds, while UConn recorded 42 points off turnovers during the game. The Huskies’ dominance was evident, as they outscored Georgetown in every statistical category. The matchup against Creighton marks a rematch of a Feb. 11 game in Storrs, where UConn defeated the Bluejays 94-44. Sophomore Allie Ziebell contributed 20 points off the bench in that contest. UConn’s all-time record against Creighton is 14-0, showcasing a significant advantage in their series history. Creighton, the No. 5 seed, advanced to the semifinals by defeating No. 4-seed Marquette 57-44. Ava Zediker leads the Bluejays with 13.5 points per game, and head coach Jim Flanery, in his 24th season at Creighton, will face UConn for the first time in the tournament. UConn’s performance this season has been highlighted by its dominance in the BIG EAST.#uconn #creighton #big_east_tournament #mohegan_sun_arena #serah_williams
