Bluejays Upset No. 1 Kansas in Omaha
Omaha, Neb. — Creighton pulled off a major upset on Wednesday, defeating the No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks 76-63. This represented Kansas’ first true road test of the season, and the Bluejays served a harsh lesson, proving Creighton’s preseason hype wasn’t just talk.
Kansas came into the game undefeated, having already beaten powerhouses like UNC, Michigan State and Duke, but struggled to find consistency against a hungry Creighton squad.
Slow Start for Jayhawks, Big Night for Isaacs
Creighton started strong, jumping to an eight-point lead within the first four minutes.
Kansas struggled to find its rhythm offensively, seeing no-show performances from key players throughout the first half. Hunter Dickinson, a typical scoring threat, struggled early as the Jayhawks faced a potent offensive performance.
Pop Isaacs led the way for the Bluejays scoring 23 points, 11 of those coming in the second half.
Second Half Surge, But Not Enough
Kansas initially appeared to turn the tide after halftime, going on a run. However, Creighton’s focused defense stifled any Kansas attempts at a comeback.
The Bluejays doubled up Kansas in total rebounding by 18-9 showcasing their hustle and desire to secure the win
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Keeping fouls in check proved crucial for Creighton. Key
Jayhawk players struggled from the field – notably AJ Storr’s absence was felt as the team lacked another scoring threat.
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**FAQ**
* **What channel is Kansas vs. Creighton on today?** The Kansas basketball vs. Creighton game was broadcast nationally on FS1.
* **What was the final score?** Creighton 76, Kansas 63.
* **When is Kansas’ next game?**
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* How might this unexpected loss impact the Kansas Jayhawks’ performance and reputation going forward?
## Bluejays Soar Past Jayhawks: A Shocking Upset in Omaha
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**HOST:** Welcome back to the show, folks! We’re just moments removed from a stunning finish here in Omaha, where the Creighton Bluejays just took down the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks! 76 to 63 the final score. Joining me to dissect this monumental upset is college basketball analyst and former player, **Mark Johnson**. Mark, welcome back to the show.
**MARK:** Thanks for having me. What a game! I don’t think anyone saw that coming.
**HOST:** Absolutely! Creighton came in unranked, a real underdog against the reigning champs. What was the key to their success tonight?
**MARK:** Creighton thrives on a lot of energy, high-tempo offense and some really stifling defense. They just outplayed Kansas in every aspect. Their inside game was relentless, and their perimeter shooting was on fire. Kansas just looked overwhelmed and couldn’t find their rhythm. [[1](https://www.si.com/college-basketball/creighton-upsets-kansas-cbb-world-reacts)]
**HOST:** This was Kansas’ first real road test of the season. Do you think the road environment played a factor, or was this just a case of Creighton being the better team tonight?
**MARK:** It’s definitely a different challenge playing on the road, especially in a place like Omaha where the crowd was electric. But let’s be clear, Creighton deserved this win. They were simply the better team tonight. They came out hungry, played with a lot of heart, and executed their game plan flawlessly.
**HOST:** So what does this mean for both teams going forward?
**MARK:** Well, this is a huge statement win for Creighton. It puts them on the map nationally and shows they’re a serious contender. As for Kansas, this is a wake-up call. They’ll need to regroup, learn from their mistakes, and come back strong.
**HOST:** Mark Johnson, thanks so much for breaking this down for us.
**MARK:** My pleasure.
**HOST:** And that’s all the time we have for tonight. We’ll be right back after the break with more college basketball action.
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