Creighton basketball coach makes bold claim after Bluejays upset top-ranked Kansas
The Creighton basketball teams recorded their 2024 signature win.
The Bluejays were seeded No. 1 to the Kansas Jayhawks in arguably the biggest upset so far this season. At one point, Creighton led by 17 en route to a 76-63 victory.
After the game, Creighton coach Greg McDermott made a bold claim. “This is a building [where] 1 teams will clearly die,” said the coach when the fans stormed the field.
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December 4, 2024; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Creighton Bluejays head coach Greg McDermott shows off the team against the Kansas Jayhawks during the first half at CHI Health Center Omaha. (Photos by Steven Brascombe-Imagn)
To McDermott’s point, Creighton was able to do the same last season by upsetting the then-ranked UConn Huskies on their home court in Omaha.
The Bluejays’ 85-66 victory in February also sparked chaos on the court.
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Under McDermott, Creighton has made nine NCAA tournament appearances, advancing to the Sweet 16 three times.
December 4, 2024; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Creighton Bluejays coach Greg McDermott watches guard Pop Isaacs (2) attempt a three-pointer against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half at CHI Health Center Omaha. (Photos by Steven Brascombe-Imagn)
The Bluejays’ win over Kansas marked the program’s 15th win over a top 10 since McDermott became head coach in 2010.
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Creighton is scheduled to stay in Omaha for its next game against UNLV. Tip off is scheduled for 4:00 pm ET on Dec. 7. Meanwhile, Kansas will travel to Missouri to face the Tigers on Dec. 8.
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