Creighton Defeats North Dakota 75-60, Led by Harper‘s 19 Points
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OMAHA, Neb. – Creighton secured a 75-60 victory over North Dakota on Wednesday, propelled by a strong performance from Blake Harper, who led all scorers with 19 points.
Game Highlights
Harper’s dominant performance included 12 rebounds, contributing significantly to the Bluejays’ control throughout the game. Creighton (3-1) established an early lead with 19:27 remaining in the first half and maintained it for the duration of the contest.
Josh Dix added 16 points to Creighton’s total, shooting 5-for-13 from the field and a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Owen Freeman was also a key contributor, shooting an remarkable 6-for-6 from the field, finishing with 13 points.
North Dakota’s Performance
Despite the loss, North Dakota (2-4) saw solid performances from Marley Curtis, who led the fightin’ Hawks with 14 points. Greyson Uelmen contributed 13 points, while George Natsvlishvili recorded 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Key Moments
Harper was instrumental in building Creighton’s first-half lead, scoring 15 points before the break, helping the Bluejays enter halftime with a 47-36 advantage. In the second half, Creighton extended their lead with a 9-2 run, creating a 15-point cushion. Owen Freeman led the scoring effort in the second half for Creighton, adding nine points.
College Basketball Trends
Creighton’s victory continues a strong start to their season, building momentum as they head into conference play.The Bluejays are consistently a competitive force in the Big East Conference,known for their strong offensive capabilities and disciplined defense. North Dakota, competing in the Northern Conference, aims to build on their early-season games to improve their standing within the conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the final score of the Creighton vs. North dakota game?
- The final score was Creighton 75, North Dakota 60.
- Who led the scoring for Creighton?
- Blake Harper led Creighton with 19 points.
- Who led the scoring for North Dakota?
- Marley curtis led North Dakota with 14 points.
- when did Creighton take the lead?
- Creighton took the lead with 19:27 left in the first half and did not trail again.
