Impact Mitchell will be sidelined for a third consecutive game, although the nature of his absence isn't yet clear. His next chance to play will be Monday against DePaul.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Shereef Mitchell - Not dressed Friday Mitchell (undisclosed) isn't in uniform ahead of Friday's game against Villanova, Matt DeMarinis of White & Blue Review reports.
Ryan Kalkbrenner - Efficient night from the floor Kalkbrenner produced 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 58-57 loss to Arizona State.
Impact Kalkbrenner had another otherworldly efficient night from the floor in his second consecutive game where he recorded a field goal percentage over 85 percent. His first double-double of the season is just around the corner as this was his second consecutive game with double-digit points and nine rebounds. The sophomore is a rock for his team and has averaged a field goal percentage of 74 percent through his 11 games played this season.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Arthur Kaluma - Wrangles eight rebounds Kaluma had nine points (4-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 58-57 loss to Arizona State.
Impact Kaluma recorded a season-low one turnover on his way to taking a season-high-tying 12 shot attempts. The last time the forward recorded 12 shots he turned the ball over five times. The sky is the limit if he can continue to combine aggression at the rim with adequate ball care. Through his last five appearances, the freshman has averaged 8.6 points and 5.4 rebounds.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Big East play starts for No. 9 Nova, Creighton
No. 9 Villanova and Creighton meet in the first Big East game of the season for both teamsDECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shereef Mitchell - Sits out Tuesdsay Mitchell (undisclosed) did not take the floor Tuesday versus Arizona State.
Impact Mitchell wasn't warming up pregame and thus was slated for a second consecutive absence. He figures to resume a double-digit minute bench role when healthy, with his next chance to appear arriving in a big conference matchup versus Villanova.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Horne, Arizona St. beat Creighton 58-57 for 3rd straight win
DJ Horne had 12 points, Marreon Jackson and Jay Heath each scored 10 and Arizona State beat Creighton 58-57DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shereef Mitchell - Unlikely to play Tuesday Mitchell isn't expected to play Tuesday versus Arizona State, Stefan Krajisnik of the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reports.
Impact It appears that the junior will miss a second straight matchup due to an undisclosed issue, as the guard wasn't warming up pregame. Thus, Mitchell's next opportunity to take the floor looms Friday against Villanova.
DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Arizona State vs. Creighton basketball picks, predictions, odds: Who wins game on Tuesday? The Arizona State Sun Devils (4-6) and\u00a0Creighton Bluejays (8-2) face off on Tuesday night. Which team will win the game?
DECEMBER 14, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Lawrence, ASU visit Creighton
Two senior forwards will be on display as Kimani Lawrence and Arizona State will battle Ryan Hawkins and CreightonDECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ryan Hawkins - Shows out in victory Hawkins provided 25 points (10-18 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 36 minutes during Saturday's 83-71 victory over BYU.
Impact Hawkins recorded his second straight 25-point game, tying his career-high for points. The senior didn't turn the ball over once and even picked up an assist. It was an all-around stronger showing compared to his previous 25-point game that included four turnovers. It is rare that a player tops a career performance in the game following, but that is just what the forward did. He will look to stoke the embers of his burgeoning hot streak into a flame against the Sun Devils on Tuesday.
DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Hawkins scores 25, Creighton tops No. 24 BYU 83-71 Ryan Hawkins scored 19 of his season-high 25 points in the first half and Creighton beat No. 24 BYU 83-71.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • SACBEE.COM
Alex O'Connell - Bounces back in win O'Connell racked up 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Saturday's 83-71 win over BYU.
Impact O'Connell relocated his stride after a disappointing two-point performance against Iowa State. He was the only Creighton shooter to find paydirt from three-point range on multiple occasions outside of Ryan Hawkins. Through his last five starts, the senior has averaged nine points and 3.6 rebounds over 25.2 minutes.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Nembhard - Contributes 17 points Nembhard fouled out of Saturday's 83-71 victory over BYU after recording 17 points (5-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal across 33 minutes.
Impact Nembhard recorded an aggressive season-high 15 shot attempts before fouling out of the game. Although he didn't record many assists, he committed only one turnover on the evening, making this his second game of the season where he was responsible for less than two turnovers. Through his last five starts, the freshman has averaged 11.6 points, three rebounds and four assists during 33.2 minutes.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Kalkbrenner - Sniffs double-double in win Kalkbrenner totaled 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and five blocks across 32 minutes during Saturday's 83-71 victory over BYU.
Impact Kalkbrenner led the Bluejays in rebounds and was one of four players to record double-digit points in the win. In his eight appearances at home this season, the 7-foot-1 center has shot an excellent 72.9 percent from the floor. Through his last five starts, the sophomore has averaged 12.8 points and 6.8 rebounds during 25.2 minutes.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Hawkins scores 25, Creighton knocks off No. 24 BYU 83-71 Ryan Hawkins scored 19 of his season-high 25 points in the first half and Creighton beat No. 24 BYU 83-71 on Saturday.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Hawkins scores 25, Creighton knocks off No. 24 BYU 83-71 Ryan Hawkins scored 19 of his season-high 25 points in the first half and Creighton beat No. 24 BYU 83-71 on Saturday.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Hawkins scores 25, Creighton beats No. 24 BYU 83-71
Ryan Hawkins scored 19 of his season-high 25 points in the first half and Creighton beat No. 24 BYU 83-71DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shereef Mitchell - Not seen in warmups Mitchell (undisclosed) was not spotted in warmups ahead of Saturday's game against BYU, according to Jon Nyatawa of the Omaha World-Herald.
Impact Mitchell was not seen during the pre-game warmups so it seems he won't be available for this weekend's contest. He's averaging just 3.5 points per game, however, so his absence shouldn't be much of an issue in terms of fantasy upside.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Creighton faces tough test vs No. 24 BYU
No. 24 Brigham Young presents a tough challenge for CreightonDECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ryan Hawkins - Leads scoring in victory Hawkins provided 25 points (8-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds and one block in 35 minutes during Saturday's 64-58 loss to Iowa State.
Impact Hawkins recorded a season-high 25 points despite the BlueJays struggling to find a rhythm. The forward committed four of the team's 21 total turnovers on the night, a season-high for the team and the player. Through his last five starts, the senior has averaged 13.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in 30.2 minutes per game.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 19 Iowa St. wins grinding game against Creighton, 64-58
Caleb Grill scored a season-high 16 points, Izaiah Brockington had all 12 of his points in the second half and No. 19 Iowa State stayed unbeaten with a grinding 64-58 victory over...DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
KU volleyball players on Creighton upset, Sweet 16 berth Kansas Jayhawks volleyball players Jenny Mosser, Kennedy Farris and Caroline Crawford talk to reporters following KU's 3-1 victory over 14th...
DECEMBER 4, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM
