Creighton Bluejays vs Butler Bulldogs March 8th 2025

The Bulldogs and Bluejays are set to face off at 6:00 ET on FS1. The Bluejays will host the game at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 151.5 points, with Creighton being favored by -10.5 at home against Butler.

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Bulldogs vs. Bluejays Key Information

• Sport: CBB
• Teams: Butler Bulldogs at Creighton Bluejays
• Where: Omaha at CHI Health Center Omaha
• Date: Saturday, March 8th
• Betting Odds CREIGH -10.5, BUTL +418 | CREIGH -592 O/U 151.5

The Bulldogs Can Win If…

Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Butler fell to 13-17 on the season after a 91-78 home loss to Xavier on Wednesday. The Bulldogs entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.

Butler trailed 44-40 at halftime and were outscored 47-38 in the second half. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.

Butler’s offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and hitting 42.9% from three-point range, connecting on 12 of 28 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.8%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, making 18 of 22 for 81.8%.

Zach Freemantle led the way with 24 points on 12 of 17 shooting, while Ryan Conwell added 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 from deep. Jahmyl Telfort also contributed 20 points, shooting 70% from the floor and 60% from three-point range.

Butler’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 47% from the field. The Bulldogs couldn’t contain the two-point shots, with the other team hitting 52% of their attempts, going 12/23.

From beyond the arc, Butler’s opponents shot 42%, making 12 of 28 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws, an 81% success rate. On the glass, Butler did manage to limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 3.

• Across the Bulldogs last three road games, the team averaged 72 points per game while allowing 76. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
• The last three games that Butler was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 0-2-1 while going 0-3 straight up.
• Over their last five games, the Bulldogs have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-3-1 vs. the spread.

The Bluejays Can Win If…

Creighton Bluejays Recent Game/Games

Creighton improved to 21-9 on the season with a 79-61 road win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Bluejays entered the game as 10-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 140 went over the pre-game line of 134.5.

Creighton led 35-22 at halftime and scored 44 points in the 2nd half, allowing 39 points to Seton Hall after the break.

Creighton’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, shooting 62.8% from the field and 52.4% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 74.4%. They also connected on 87.5% of their free throws and dished out 21 assists, though they grabbed just 3 offensive rebounds.

Ryan Kalkbrenner led the way with 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the floor. Jackson McAndrew hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep, while Scotty Middleton was perfect from beyond the arc, going 2-for-2.

Creighton’s defense was solid, giving up just 61 points while holding their opponent to 35% shooting from the field. The Bluejays limited two-point opportunities, with their opponent hitting only 39% of their shots inside the arc.

From three-point range, Creighton allowed just 6 made threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 7 shots for a 77% rate.

• The Bluejays are 4-1 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
• Although the Bluejays have a strong straight up record in their last three games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 1-2.
• In their last five games, the Bluejays have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.

The Lean

When looking to get a point-spread pick down in this Bluejays vs. Bluejays game, our recommendation is to take the Bluejays at -10.5. Despite our model showing the Bluejays winning 76-70, we like Bulldogs as our point-spread pick.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 151.5 and given that our model is projecting 146 points between the teams, we like the under.

NCAAB Expert Handicappers

Creighton Aims to Secure No. 2 Seed in Big East Tournament Against Butler

Creighton has a golden opportunity to lock up the No. 2 seed in the Big East Tournament as it hosts Butler in the regular-season finale on Saturday in Omaha, Neb. The Bluejays (21-9, 14-5 Big East) are coming off a commanding 79-61 victory over Seton Hall and are looking to carry that momentum into the postseason.

With a win, Creighton would finish with 15 Big East victories—their most since joining the conference 12 years ago—and guarantee themselves a higher seed over UConn and Marquette. Meanwhile, Butler (13-17, 6-13) hopes to snap a three-game losing streak and end its season on a positive note.

Creighton’s Standout Performers Leading the Charge

Senior center Ryan Kalkbrenner continues to be the Bluejays’ most dominant force. Against Seton Hall, he put up 20 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks, solidifying his status as one of the top players in the conference. Kalkbrenner leads Creighton in:
✅ Scoring: 19.1 PPG
✅ Rebounding: 8.8 RPG
✅ Blocks: 2.7 BPG

He now has 246 career blocked shots in Big East play, just one shy of breaking Patrick Ewing’s all-time conference record. His presence in the paint will be a major factor against Butler’s offense.

Alongside Kalkbrenner, Steven Ashworth (16.6 PPG, 6.9 APG) and Jamiya Neal (11.3 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 4.3 APG) contribute as versatile playmakers. Ashworth’s ability to distribute and Neal’s all-around play give Creighton one of the most balanced rosters in the conference.

Creighton’s Sharpshooting Could Be the Difference

The Bluejays’ offensive efficiency has been a key to their success. In their last game, they shot:
🔥 62.8% from the field
🔥 52.4% from three-point range

For the season, Creighton averages:

• 47.5% FG
• 34% 3PT

Head coach Greg McDermott acknowledged the unpredictability of shooting but emphasized smart shot selection. “It’s hard to explain why some nights you shoot 40 percent from three and 20 percent the next. If you take the right shots, you hope in the end that’s going to pay off.”

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Butler’s Struggles: Can the Bulldogs Find Consistency?

Butler is coming off a 91-78 loss to Xavier, where turnovers were a glaring issue. The Bulldogs committed 12 turnovers, while Xavier had just five—a disparity that has plagued them all season.

Top Scorers for Butler:

• Jahmyl Telfort (16.1 PPG) – Scored 20 points against Xavier
• Pierre Brooks (15.6 PPG) – Tallied 15 points
• Finley Bizjack – A bright spot off the bench with 19 points

Coach Thad Matta stressed the need for better consistency, saying, “We had moments in this game where we were pretty good, but like when we last played at Xavier, we had some bad stretches. When you play a good team, they’ll make you pay.”

Key Matchups & Game Strategy

📌 Ryan Kalkbrenner vs. Butler’s Interior Defense – Can Butler find a way to slow down Creighton’s dominant big man?
📌 Three-Point Battle – If Creighton shoots at their usual efficiency, Butler must find an answer from deep to keep pace.
📌 Turnovers – Butler must limit mistakes to avoid gifting Creighton easy scoring opportunities.

What’s at Stake?

• Creighton → A victory locks in the No. 2 seed in the Big East Tournament and builds momentum for March Madness.
• Butler → While their postseason hopes are slim, a win would be a confidence boost heading into the offseason.

Final Thoughts

Creighton enters the game as the clear favorite, but Butler has the talent to challenge them if they can play a clean, consistent game. Expect Kalkbrenner and Ashworth to lead the Bluejays in a crucial matchup with postseason implications.