Late Layup Lifts DePaul Over Creighton, Ending 23-Game Skid

Brandon Maclin's go-ahead layup with 7 seconds left gave DePaul a 72-71 victory over Creighton.

Feb. 12, 2026 at 5:39am

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Brandon Maclin's layup with 7 seconds remaining lifted DePaul to a 72-71 victory over Creighton, snapping the Blue Demons' 23-game losing streak against the Bluejays. NJ Benson led DePaul with 23 points and 10 rebounds, while Austin Swartz scored a team-high 15 points for Creighton. The game featured 6 ties and 11 lead changes.

Why it matters

DePaul had not beaten Creighton since 2015, making this a significant win for the Blue Demons as they look to build momentum in the Big East conference. The victory also ends Creighton's 11-game winning streak at DePaul's home court.

The details

DePaul trailed 65-59 with under 6 minutes left but rallied, holding Creighton scoreless for the final 2.5 minutes. Maclin's layup erased a 71-70 deficit and gave DePaul the lead for good. The Blue Demons shot 52.8% and held a 46-12 advantage in paint points.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Brandon Maclin

A DePaul player who scored the game-winning layup with 7 seconds left.

NJ Benson

The DePaul player who led all scorers with 23 points and 10 rebounds.

Austin Swartz

The Creighton player who scored a team-high 15 points.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

The takeaway

This game showcased DePaul's resilience in overcoming a late deficit to end their long losing streak against Creighton. The victory could provide a much-needed boost for the Blue Demons as they look to make a push in the Big East standings.