Creighton Bluejays vs Connecticut Huskies Picks and Predictions for Wednesday February 18 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 02/18/2026, 02:05 AM ET

The Creighton Bluejays travel to Storrs to take on the Connecticut Huskies on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Gampel Pavilion. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM ET with national television coverage on TNT. At the time of this writing, the moneyline, total, and spread have not been released. Be sure to check out our latest free college basketball picks for more betting insight and daily college hoops analysis.

Creighton Looking to Compete with Conference Heavyweight

Creighton enters this matchup at 13-13 overall and 7-8 in Big East play. The Bluejays have struggled recently, going 1-4 over their last five games. They recently lost to Villanova, DePaul, Georgetown, and UConn, with their lone win coming against Seton Hall. Conference competition has been competitive, but consistency has been an issue.

Offensively, Creighton averages 76.0 points per game while allowing 75.2. They shoot 46% from the field and average 15.8 assists per contest, showing solid ball movement and spacing. The Bluejays also pull down 35.0 rebounds per game, giving them a balanced statistical profile.

Where Creighton must improve is on the defensive end against elite opponents. While they have respectable scoring numbers, allowing over 75 points per game in conference action has made it difficult to win tight games. They will need a strong defensive performance to keep pace in this one.

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Connecticut Continues Dominant Big East Run

Connecticut comes into this contest at 24-2 overall and 14-1 in Big East play. The Huskies have won four of their last five games, recently defeating Georgetown, Butler, Xavier, and Creighton, with their only recent loss coming at St. John’s. They have clearly established themselves as one of the conference’s top teams.

The Huskies average 79.3 points per game while allowing just 65.2, one of the best defensive marks in the league. They shoot an efficient 49% from the field and average 18.5 assists per game, highlighting their ability to share the ball and generate quality looks. Connecticut also pulls down 36.5 rebounds per contest.

Defensively, the Huskies are disruptive, averaging 7.1 steals and 5.4 blocks per game. Their rim protection and ability to contest shots make them extremely difficult to score against. At home, they have been particularly dominant, controlling tempo and limiting opponents’ efficiency.

Creighton Bluejays vs Connecticut Huskies Pick

Connecticut Huskies Moneyline

Connecticut has the clear statistical advantage on both ends of the floor. Their defensive numbers, shooting efficiency, and overall conference dominance make them the stronger side in this matchup. Playing at home only strengthens their position against a Creighton team that has struggled recently.

Creighton Bluejays vs Connecticut Huskies Total Pick

Under

I lean toward the under in this matchup. Connecticut’s defense allows just 65.2 points per game and typically controls the pace at home. While Creighton can score, the Huskies’ ability to limit high-percentage looks should keep this game from turning into a shootout.

Final Score Prediction: Connecticut 78, Creighton 68

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