Creighton vs Seton Hall: Neutral Floor Showdown

0:00On March 12th, Crayden heads into the Big E's tournament quarterfinals in a spot they have not seen since 2015. For the first time in over a decade, the Blue Jays need to win the whole thing for an automatic NCAA tournament bid. They have struggled lately, winning just six games since the start of the new year and dropping eight of their last 11. Still, they grab the fifth seed and abide a Thursday thanks to some help from other teams slipping up. Seaton Hall earned the fourth seed after a massive turnaround season, improving by 13 wins from last year to finish fourth despite preseason. Last place predictions. The pirates boast a stingy defense that holds opponents under 66 points per game on average. Crayden and Seaton Hall split their two regular season matchups, each game coming down to the final seconds with huge comebacks on both sides. Coach Greg McDermott praised his team for staying united through the rough stretch, saying a strong second half on the road gave them a confidence. Boost heading to New York. Players like senior Nick Graves emphasize sticking to the game plan against Seaton Hall's aggressive full court pressure and physical play inside.

1:07The styles clash sharply with Crayden leading the Big East and three pointers made per game while Seaton Hall ranks dead last in that category. But excels at forcing turnovers and grabbing offensive boards. Key pirates like Adam Clark and big men's stuff on pain and the Gi Hines give them an edge in the paint where Crayden had trouble during the regular season. This matchup at Madison Square Garden tips around 130 p.m. on NBC's sports network or peacock. Crayden owns a strong, recent history against Seaton Hall, but has never beaten them on a neutral floor in tournament play. Expect another close one with the winter keeping alive, dreams of a deep run.