Creighton's Senior Day Loss to Providence

0:00On March 4th, Creighton Men's basketball wrapped up their final home game with a tough 79-76 loss to Providence on senior day, back on February 28th. The Blue Jays had plenty of chances in a back-and-forth battle that saw nine lead changes in 13 ties, but two late three-point tries rimmed out to seal the defeat. The game stayed tight from the start, with both teams trading blows through the first half that ended 39-37 in Providence's favor. In the second, Providence's Jalen Sellers exploded for 20 points, while Creighton's Josh Dicks and Ryan Swartz each scored 18 to keep it close. Coach Greg McDermott expressed real disappointment for seniors Josh Dicks and Nick Graves, praising their leadership and impact after just one season, with the program. He noted how they stepped up right away, embracing the team despite the challenges of a tough year full of close calls. The ending summed up Creighton's season, with a defensive mix-up allowing Sellers a key lay-up, then Dicks and Swartz missing from deep in the final.

1:03Seconds, Graves added 10 points, but it wasn't enough on this emotional night at CHI Health Center. Creighton heads to Butler tomorrow for their last regular season game at 5 p.m., needing a win and some help to skip the Big E's tournament. Playing, the Boojays stay focused, ready to compete wherever pro season play takes them.