PHILADELPHIA — In an exciting matchup, Ryan Kalkbrenner shone for Creighton, scoring 22 points and leading his team to a thrilling 62-60 victory over Villanova. With just seven seconds remaining in the game, Steven Ashworth sank a crucial 3-pointer that clinched the win for the Bluejays, who have now extended their winning streak to seven games.

Kalkbrenner not only impressed with his scoring but also contributed significantly on the boards, finishing with eight rebounds. His performance was complemented by Jamiya Neal, who added 13 points and nearly a double-double with nine rebounds. Ashworth had a solid outing as well, going 4 for 9 shooting, including three 3-pointers that helped him reach a total of 13 points for the game.

The Wildcats, moving to 12-10 on the season and 5-6 in the Big East Conference, were led by Wooga Poplar with a standout performance of 24 points and five steals. Eric Dixon also made a notable contribution with 17 points, while Jordan Longino chipped in with eight points.

The contest reached halftime with both teams locked in a tie at 29-29, and Kalkbrenner’s output included 10 points in the first half. He continued his offensive momentum in the second half by adding another 12 points to his tally.

Looking ahead, both teams will be back on the court for their next games this upcoming Wednesday. Creighton is set to face Providence, while Villanova will make the journey to take on DePaul.