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Creighton Defeats Marquette in Overtime Thriller
Bluejays rally late to take down Golden Eagles in close conference matchup.
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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In a closely contested Big East conference matchup, the Creighton Bluejays defeated the Marquette Golden Eagles 80-74 in overtime. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with Marquette holding a slim lead late before Creighton rallied to force the extra period and ultimately pull out the victory.
Why it matters
This win is a big boost for Creighton's NCAA Tournament hopes, as they look to solidify their position in the Big East standings. Marquette, meanwhile, missed out on a chance to pick up a key conference win that could have helped their own postseason aspirations.
The details
Creighton was led by a strong performance from their star guard, who scored 25 points and hit several clutch shots down the stretch to will his team to the overtime victory. Marquette got a team-high 22 points from their leading scorer, but it wasn't enough to overcome Creighton's balanced attack and timely plays in the extra period.
- The game was played on February 8, 2026.
The players
Creighton Bluejays
The men's basketball team from Creighton University, a private Jesuit university located in Omaha, Nebraska.
Marquette Golden Eagles
The men's basketball team from Marquette University, a private Jesuit university located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
What they’re saying
“Our guys showed a lot of heart and resilience to battle back and get this win. It was a hard-fought game against a very good Marquette team.”
— Greg McDermott, Head Coach, Creighton Bluejays
“We had our chances, but just couldn't make the plays we needed to down the stretch. Creighton made the winning plays when it mattered most.”
— Shaka Smart, Head Coach, Marquette Golden Eagles
What’s next
Creighton will look to build on this win as they continue their push for an NCAA Tournament berth, while Marquette will try to regroup and bounce back in their next conference matchup.
The takeaway
This thrilling overtime game showcased the competitive nature of the Big East conference, with two talented teams battling until the final buzzer. The result could have major implications for both teams' postseason aspirations as the season winds down.
