NEWARK, N.J. — In a commanding showcase, Ryan Kalkbrenner fueled Creighton to a notable 79-61 victory over Seton Hall on Tuesday night with an impressive 20-point performance. Kalkbrenner also exhibited his skills on the boards, collecting nine rebounds, contributing to the Bluejays’ strong effort (now at 21-9 overall, 14-5 in the Big East Conference).
The support from Jackson McAndrew was significant, as he added 17 points to Creighton’s total and showcased his prowess from the three-point line, hitting 5 out of 8 attempts while grabbing six rebounds. Moreover, Fredrick King was efficient from the floor, making four out of five field goals and a perfect four free-throw attempts, culminating in 12 points.
For Seton Hall, Isaiah Coleman was a standout, scoring 18 points and securing seven rebounds, although the Pirates (now standing at 7-23 overall, 2-17 in conference play) couldn’t quite bridge the gap. Scotty Middleton contributed with 12 points and three steals, while Dylan Addae-Wusu added 10 points, six rebounds, and four assists to the Pirates’ efforts.
Creighton seized control early, gaining the lead with just over 13 minutes left in the first half and maintained their advantage throughout the remainder of the game. By halftime, the Bluejays had established a 35-22 lead and continued to build upon it until the final whistle.
Looking ahead to Saturday, Creighton is set to host Butler, aiming to extend their winning momentum. Conversely, Seton Hall will be on the road, facing off against UConn in their next matchup.
