Bluejays Soar Past Ducks: Creighton Edges Oregon 76-66 in Thrilling Players Era Showdown
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In a closely contested match, Creighton emerged victorious over Oregon 76-66 in the final game of the Players Era tournament. The Bluejays' Blake Harper led the charge with 18 points and nine rebounds, while Owen Freeman contributed 14 points and Nik Graves added 12. The game saw a dramatic turnaround in the final five and a half minutes, with Creighton outscoring Oregon 16-7 to seal the win. Despite being down 15 at halftime, the Ducks managed to narrow the gap to just one point, thanks in part to Sean Stewart's career-high 18 points and Dezdrick Lindsay's 14. However, the Bluejays ultimately maintained their momentum, with Graves and Josh Dix sinking crucial three-pointers and the team making five consecutive shots to solidify their lead. Creighton's impressive performance was marred only by five turnovers, but they made up for it with 19 successful free throws. Oregon struggled from beyond the arc, missing 15 of 15 three-point attempts, and also shot poorly from the foul line, converting just 7 of 11 attempts. The Ducks' struggles continued into the second half, where they missed 13 consecutive shots in the first half. The win marks a positive note for Creighton, who will face Nicholls at home on Tuesday, while Oregon will begin Big Ten play against USC at home the same day. The Bluejays' victory showcases their resilience and determination, and fans will be eager to see how they perform in their upcoming matches.
