Xavier Musketeers vs Creighton Bluejays 1/28/2023 Free Picks Odds and Predictions
The 13th-ranked Xavier Musketeers will head to Omaha, Nebraska to take on the Creighton Bluejays in a highly-anticipated NCAAB matchup on Saturday, January 28th. The Musketeers come into the game fresh off a strong 82-79 road victory over the UConn Huskies, where they dominated in the first half, outscoring the Huskies 39-24. The team’s impressive performance, highlighted by a 53.4% overall shooting percentage, 50% from three-point range, and a solid 13 of 16 from the free throw line. Senior guard Souley Boum played a key role as the team’s captain, finishing the game with 21 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, one steal, and three turnovers in 33 minutes. The Musketeers also put in a solid defensive effort, holding the Huskies to 35.7% from long range and 41% from the floor.
This season, the Xavier Musketeers have been a force to be reckoned with, ranking eighth in the nation in points per game with 84 and boasting an impressive 50.3% field goal percentage and 21 assists per game. On the defensive side of the ball, they rank 326th in the nation, allowing 75.5 points per game. But they make up for it with 3.9 blocks and 7 steals per game. As they face Creighton, they’ll look to continue their winning ways and make a statement in the NCAAB scenario.
- The Xavier Musketeers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 outings with the Bluejays.
- Xavier is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against Creighton.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Xavier’s last 6 games on the road.
Xavier Musketeers vs Creighton Bluejays 1/28/2023 Free Picks Odds and Predictions
As the college basketball season heats up, the #13 Xavier Musketeers gear up for an exciting matchup against the Creighton Bluejays in CHI Health Center Omaha. Fresh off a close 82-79 road victory over the UConn Huskies, the Musketeers will look to continue their strong play on Saturday. Led by senior guard Souley Boum finished with 21 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, one steal and three turnovers resulting to the Musketeers dominating the first half against UConn, outscoring them 39-24. With an impressive shooting performance of 31 of 58 (53.4%) overall, 10 of 20 (50%) from three, and 13 of 16 free throw attempts, the Musketeers will look to replicate this performance against the Bluejays. On defense, they will need to improve, allowing 35.7% from long range and 41% from the floor. With an overall record of 84 points per game, shooting an impressive 50.3 percent from the field, and dishing out 21 assists per game, the Musketeers are a team to watch in the NCAAB.
On the other side of the court, the Creighton Bluejays will look to continue their impressive play after a 104-76 home victory over the St. John’s Red Storm. Led by senior guard Baylor Scheierman, who finished with 17 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 2 turnovers, the Bluejays shot the ball exceptionally well, finishing the match shooting 56.7% overall, 36.7% from outside the arc and 21 free throws. The Bluejays will need to improve their defense, allowing 14 free throw attempts, 46.2% from three, and 46.3% from the field. The Bluejays are an offensive powerhouse, ranking 54th in the nation with 77.7 points per game and 14.5 assists per game. With a 46.8% field goal percentage, they will look to continue their strong shooting performance against the Musketeers. On the defensive end, the Bluejays rank 157th in the nation with 68.3 points allowed per game, but they average 4.7 blocks and 5.5 steals per game, making them a formidable opponent in the NCAAB.
- The total stayed UNDER in 9 of Creighton’s last 13 outings with the Musketeers.
- Creighton is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home.
- The total remained UNDER in 4 of Creighton’s last 5 games at home against Xavier.
#13 Xavier Musketeers vs Creighton Bluejays. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Creighton Bluejays. The defenses showed a significant gap, with Creighton surrendering 65 points over their previous 3 matches going into this clash while Xavier allowed 79.4 points over their past five matches. The assist-to-turnover ratio in the last three games was slightly different between the Musketeers and Blue Jays, who each had 1.794 and 2.043 respectively. On the road, Xavier struggles to defend the three-point shot, permitting opponents to shoot 36.3%. Creight will light up the scoreboard at home as he shoots 36.4% from beyond the arc. The Creighton Bluejays will win to a predicted score of 82-75.
NCAAB Starting Time: 12:15 PM (EDT)
Location: CHI Health Center Omaha, NE
Date: Saturday, January 28, 2023
TV: CBS
NCAAB Odds: Xavier Musketeers +5.5
NCAAB Totals: 157
