Creighton got off to a fast start, taking an 8-1 lead before Xavier made a field goal. Zach Hankins made a shot in the paint, and Creighton took a three that even Steph Curry doesn’t make a ton, which allowed Naji Marshall to bring Xavier within two, 8-6.
The Blue Jays were able to regain momentum and take a 16-10 lead with 12:34 left in the first half however.
Creighton would get up by as many as nine points, 19-10 and 22-13, but Xavier was able to start getting the ball inside and cut into the lead.