Connecticut Huskies vs Creighton Bluejays NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/31

The Connecticut Huskies, ranked #2, will take on the Creighton Bluejays on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. The game will be held at the CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. This is a Big East conference game, and fans can catch the action on FOX.

Connecticut enters the game with an impressive 20-1 record this season. They are favored with a spread of -6.5 and a MoneyLine of -298. On the other hand, Creighton holds a 12-9 record and looks to take advantage of their home court. They are the underdogs with a spread of +6.5 and a MoneyLine of +229. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5.

Connecticut Huskies vs Creighton Bluejays Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Connecticut Huskies vs Creighton Bluejays
  • Venue: CHI Health Center Omaha, Omaha NE
  • Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Connecticut Huskies Spread: -6.5 (-119)
  • Creighton Bluejays Spread: +6.5 (-107)
  • Connecticut Huskies MoneyLine: -298
  • Creighton Bluejays MoneyLine: +229
  • Over: 143.5 (-112)
  • Under: 143.5 (-114)

Connecticut Huskies Team Preview

The Connecticut Huskies have had an impressive season so far, with a record of 20-1. They are ranked #2 in the AP Poll and play in the Big East Conference. Their away record is spotless, with 8 wins and no losses.

In their recent games, the Huskies secured victories over Providence, Villanova, and Georgetown. They defeated Providence 87-81, with Tarris Reed Jr. scoring 19 points. Against Villanova, Solo Ball led the team with 24 points, helping them to a 75-67 win.

The Huskies have struggled against the spread, with a 6-15 record in all games. However, they excel in offensive stats, ranking 45th in field goal percentage. Key players like Alex Karaban and Silas Demary Jr. contribute significantly to their strong performance.

Creighton Bluejays Team Preview

The Creighton Bluejays have a record of 12-9 this season. They have shown strength at home with a 10-3 record. In their recent game against Marquette, they lost 62-86, highlighting areas for improvement.

The team averages 78.2 points per game, placing them 161st nationally. Their field goal percentage stands at 46.3%, which is 131st. They make about 10.2 three-pointers per game, ranking 52nd.

On defense, the Bluejays need to focus on increasing their steals and blocks. They average 5.7 steals and 2.8 blocks per game, which are lower than they might want. Their turnovers per game are 10, which could be reduced for better performance.

BTB Betting Pick

The spread for the game is set with Connecticut as a 6.5-point favorite. Based on the stats, Connecticut averages 78.7 points per game, while Creighton averages 78.2 points. Connecticut’s strong field goal percentage and assist numbers suggest they can cover the spread. The pick is Connecticut to cover the -6.5 spread.

The over/under line is set at 143.5 points. Connecticut and Creighton both have effective offenses, with Connecticut’s field goal percentage at 48.2% and Creighton’s at 46.3%. Their combined scoring averages suggest a total around 157 points. The pick is for the game to go over 143.5 points.