Utah Tech Trailblazers vs Creighton Bluejays Picks and Predictions for Monday, December 22, 2025
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Utah Tech visits Creighton on Monday night in Omaha. Utah Tech is 7–6 after an 89–48 home win over Jessup, while Creighton is 7–5 following a 98–57 road win at Xavier. Find the edge using our free college basketball picks.
Game Information for Utah Tech vs Creighton
- Tipoff: 7:00 PM ET
- Date: Monday, December 22
- Where: CHI Health Center Omaha, Omaha, NE
- TV: ESPN+
Utah Tech Trailblazers Preview
Utah Tech averages 78.9 points per game and plays through forward Ethan Potter, who leads the team in scoring at 16.4 points per game while also leading the Trailblazers in rebounding at 7.1 per contest. Potter gives Utah Tech a reliable scoring option inside, especially when the offense slows. Chance Trujillo is the second-leading scorer at 11.7 points per game, providing perimeter scoring, while Jusaun Holt leads the team in assists at 2.8 per game as the primary playmaker.
Defensively, Utah Tech relies on straight-up man-to-man rather than size. Tanner Davis leads the Trailblazers in steals, helping force turnovers and create extra possessions, while Holt also leads the team in blocked shots to add rim protection. Utah Tech is at its best when it limits turnovers and keeps games from becoming fast-paced, particularly on the road against deeper talented opponents.
Key Team Stats Per Game — Utah Tech
- Points For: 78.9
- Points Against: 72.5
- Field Goal %: 47%
- Rebounds: 36.4
- Assists: 14.1
- Blocks: 2.9
- Steals: 7.8
- Turnovers: 13.1
Creighton Bluejays Preview
Creighton averages 76.7 points per game and spreads production across multiple players. Josh Dix leads the Bluejays in scoring at 12.0 points per game, while Blake Harper is the top rebounder at 5.3 boards per contest. Nik Graves runs the offense and leads Creighton in assists at 3.4 per game, keeping the ball moving and setting up scoring chances without forcing shots.
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On the defensive end, Creighton focuses on controlling the paint and finishing possessions. Owen Freeman leads the team in blocked shots and provides consistent rim protection, while Graves also leads the Bluejays in steals by creating turnovers on the perimeter. Creighton is strongest when it controls the glass and keeps opponents from scoring easily inside, which has been a key factor in its success thus far.
Key Team Stats Per Game — Creighton
- Points For: 76.7
- Points Against: 70.5
- Field Goal %: 46%
- Rebounds: 37.5
- Assists: 17.4
- Blocks: 3.3
- Steals: 5.8
- Turnovers: 11.6
Utah Tech vs Creighton Prediction
Utah Tech has scoring punch through Potter, but Creighton’s balance, rebounding edge, and rim protection give the Bluejays too big an advantage at home. Creighton’s ability to limit second-chance opportunities and its strong shooting at the other end will open a lead the Trailblazers will not overcome. Final Score Prediction: Creighton Bluejays win and cover ATS, 84–61. Check out all the sportsbook promos to see if you are getting a great deal on your bets on Utah Tech. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Creighton with the Kickr promo code. Make sure when you place your bet on Creighton vs Utah Tech you are using the BetMGM bonus code.
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