Creighton vs Marquette Picks and Prediction – 1/4/2025

The Creighton Bluejays visit Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Friday for a Big East battle with the No. 8-ranked Marquette Golden Eagles. Creighton is 9-5 overall and 2-1 in Big East play. The Bluejays defeated St John's 57-56 this past Tuesday. Steven Ashworth was the leading scorer for Creighton with 18 points. The Bluejays have won each of the last two. Keep updated on College Basketball with our expert college basketball picks.

Ryan Kalkbrenner scores an average of 17.2 points per game and grabs an average of 7.8 rebounds per game to lead the Bluejays in both categories. Stephen Ashworth is second in scoring and the leader in assists, averaging 17.1 points and 6.2 assists per game. Creighton scores an average of 75.4 points per game, shooting 46.7% overall and 35.1% from 3-point territory.

The Marquette Golden Eagles look for a fourth consecutive win on Friday when hosting the Creighton Bluejays. Marquette is 12-2 overall and 3-0 in Big East action. The Golden Eagles defeated Providence 78-50 on Tuesday night. Kam Jones scored 18 points and handed out 10 assists to help lead Marquette to the victory. Marquette's only two losses thus far were to Dayton and Iowa State.

Kam Jones leads Marquette in scoring and assists, averaging 20.1 points and 6.6 assists per game. David Joplin is second in scoring and the leading rebounder, averaging 14.4 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. Marquette has four players averaging double figures in scoring. The Golden Eagles score an average of 80.5 points per game, shooting 46.6% overall and 32.5% from 3-point territory.

The Marquette Golden Eagles will pick up a victory at home on Friday and cover the number. Marquette scores an average of 80.5 points per game and is shooting a respectable 46.4% overall. At the same time, the Golden Eagles allow an average of just 66.1 points per game and 43.6% shooting. Marquette will use its tough defense and above-average offense to pull away in the second half and beat the Bluejays. Final Score Prediction, Marquette Golden Eagles win and cover ATS 89-72.