No. 2 UConn Men's Basketball Looks to Extend Winning Streak in Omaha

Huskies visit Creighton on Saturday seeking 17th consecutive victory

Jan. 30, 2026 at 4:07pm

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The UConn men's basketball team, currently ranked No. 2 in the nation, will travel to Omaha, Nebraska to take on Creighton on Saturday. The Huskies are riding a 16-game winning streak and will look to extend it against the Bluejays, who have had the Huskies' number in recent years with a 9-3 all-time series lead.

Why it matters

This matchup features two of the top programs in the Big East conference. Creighton has been a consistent contender, while UConn is looking to solidify its status as an elite team this season. The game will also be a test for the Huskies' stifling defense against Creighton's prolific 3-point shooting attack.

The details

UConn is coming off a stretch where it hasn't played its best basketball despite the wins, struggling with shooting efficiency and rebounding margin. Creighton, meanwhile, has been inconsistent this season at 12-9 overall and 6-4 in Big East play, but is led by a trio of double-digit scorers in Josh Dix, Austin Swartz, and Jasen Green. The Bluejays are also dealing with the loss of four-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year Ryan Kalkbrenner, who is now in the NBA.

  • The game will tip off at 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 30, 2026.
  • Last season, UConn earned its first-ever win at Creighton's CHI Health Center when Liam McNeeley set a freshman record with 38 points.
  • In the teams' most recent meeting, Creighton defeated UConn 71-62 in the 2025 Big East Tournament semifinals.

The players

Liam McNeeley

A UConn freshman who set a program record with 38 points in a win at Creighton last season.

Josh Dix

Creighton's leading scorer at 12.6 points per game, the Iowa transfer is a career 40% 3-point shooter.

Ryan Kalkbrenner

The former four-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year for Creighton is now playing in the NBA with the Charlotte Hornets.

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