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Goes stone cold in loss Mahoney posted five points (1-10 FG, 0-5 3PT, 3-5 FT), four rebounds and one steal in 32 minutes during the 74-70 loss to Providence on Wednesday.

Impact Mahoney easily had his worst performance of the season in the loss Wednesday. The forward went six percent from the floor and barely produced elsewhere to make up for his awful production. Mahoney has been streaky this year with more positives, but when he does drop, he drops hard. He is still viable, but comes with extreme caution.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Posts season-high in points Jefferson recorded 26 points (9-13 FG, 1-4 3PT, 7-12 FT), three rebounds, one assist and three steals in 36 minutes during the 74-70 loss to Providence on Wednesday.

Impact Jefferson easily had his best game of the season thus far in the loss Wednesday. The forward has been a consistent source of production for the Bluejays, but does not see the ball enough to carry the team. Jefferson tied his season-high in attempts as well that led to his overall production. He does not assist much which will limit his upside, but he is still viable in almost any matchup.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Wednesday Epperson won't take the floor Wednesday versus Providence.

Impact Epperson has appeared in just one of the previous five games, so his absence likely won't make waves for fantasy purposes. Still, it will leave the Blue Jays down some depth in the frontcourt Wednesday.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Zegarowski (hamstring) will start Wednesday's game against Providence.

Impact Zegarowski was a game-time decision, but he was able to be a full participant in warmups. The junior guard should be locked and loaded to play his normal amount of minutes. He's averaging 14.1 points, 4.8 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per contest this season.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Looking like he will play Zegarowski (hamstring) is taking part in warmups ahead of Wednesday's game against Providence and looks as though he will be active, John M. Bishop of 1620 The Zone reports.

Impact It remains to be seen if Zegarowski's hamstring will be in good enough shape to position him for a return to the starting five, but the start junior guard at least looks to be set to join the action after a pair of games off. Zegarowski enters the contest averaging 14.1 points, 4.8 assists and 4.2 boards over 32 minutes per game on the campaign.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Wednesday Zegarowski (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt versus Providence, Matt Foster of KETV reports.

Impact Zegarowski looks to be making significant progress on his way back from a hamstring issue but likely won't have his status confirmed until the team takes the court for pregame warmups. His availability figures to have the largest impact on Shereef Mitchell, who has started the last two games and seen expanded minutes in Zegarowski's absence.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Carries Bluejays in scoring Mahoney led all scorers with 29 points (10-22 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 4-6 FT) to go along with seven rebounds, three steals and two assists in Saturday's 70-66 OT loss to Butler.

Impact With former leading scorer Marcus Zegarowski sidelined due to a hamstring injury, Mahoney took over the responsibility of running the offense. While Creighton fell just short in overtime, Mahoney had arguably his best fantasy day of the year and highest point total while a member of the Bluejays. Look for him to continue carrying the load for as long as Zegarowski remains out.

JANUARY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Butler erases 13-point deficit, upsets No. 8 Creighton in OT

Aaron Thompson scored 17 points and he found Bryce Nze for the go-ahead layup with 68 seconds left in overtime, leading Butler back from a 13-point deficit to upset No. 8 Creighton...

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

BUTLER 70, NO. 8 CREIGHTON 66, OT ... .. ... . .. ... FG FT Reb CREIGHTON Min M-A M-A O-T A PF PTS Bishop 34 5-5 0-0 0-7 0 3 10 Jefferson 31 5-11 2-4 1-3 0 3 12

JANUARY 16, 2021 • SFCHRONICLE.COM

Creighton vs Butler Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Over/Under & Betting Insights for College Basketball Game Creighton vs Butler Basketball Game Info No. 8 Creighton Bluejays (10-2, 6-1 Big East) vs. Butler Bulldogs (3-7, 2-5 Big East) Date: Saturda...

JANUARY 16, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Hasn't been able to fully practice Zegarowski (hamstring) is improving with his recovery but hasn't fully returned to practice yet, Jon Nyatawa of the Omaha World-Herald reports.

Impact Zegarowski came into Saturday as a game-time decision for the game against Butler but ultimately didn't play despite going through warmups. It seems as though he has some hurdles left to clear in practice before he can return to playing. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Providence.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Davis is listed as inactive for Saturday's game versus Butler.

Impact Davis' absence shouldn't be of much concern from a fantasy standpoint, as the freshman hasn't seen more than three minutes in a game this season. Still, the Blue Jays will be extra shallow at point guard again Saturday with starter Marcus Zegarowski (hamstring) also unavailable.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to sit Saturday Zegarowski (hamstring) is in line to miss Saturday's game versus Butler, Jeff Goodman of WatchStadium.com reports.

Impact Zegarowski appears bound for his second consecutive absence, though is presence in warmups bodes well for a return in short order. Look for Shereef Mitchell to benefit the most again as the likely starting five inclusion in Zegarowski's place, with a smattering of other bench contributors also figuring to see slightly expanded roles.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in warmups Zegarowski (hamstring) is taking part in warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus Butler, David Woods of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Creighton's starting five should enlighten us a bit more about the extent Zegarowski can play Saturday, but his presence in warmups is certainly a good sign. Assuming the issue was minor as previously reported, the junior could be set for his usual 30-plus minutes per game, which would likely detract from players like Shereef Mitchell, Alex O'Connell, Antwaan Jones and Ryan Kalkbrenner, who saw extra playing time in his absence.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision for Saturday Zegarowski (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Butler, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Zegarowski sat out the team's last game with a hamstring issue but appears to have a chance to return Saturday against Butler. Despite the 6-2 junior being out, the Blue Jays easily took care of business against St. John's. Shereef Mitchell stepped into the starting lineup and provided 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3PT), three rebounds and three assists in 22 minutes. Mitchell figures to remain in the starting group if Zegarowski is unable to go again.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Saturday Mitchell (ankle) will play Saturday against Butler, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Mitchell was dealing with a minor ankle issue, but he won't be forced to miss time and will be available for selection Saturday against Butler. Mitchell logged 10 points, three rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes in his previous game -- his lone start of the season -- against St. John's on Jan. 9.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Butler looks for home win vs No. 8 Creighton

Butler looks for its fourth straight win over No. 8 Creighton at Hinkle Fieldhouse

JANUARY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nursing ankle issue Mitchell is dealing with an ankle injury but is expected to return to practice on Thursday according to coach Greg McDermott, Jon Nyatawa of the Omaha World-Herald reports.

Impact Mitchell got the start in the team's last game for Marcus Zegarowksi, who was out with a hamstring issue. Mitchell ended up picking up an ankle injury of his own, but it doesn't sound like it is anything too serious. Creighton will be at Butler on Saturday.

JANUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as day-to-day Zegarowski (hamstring) is day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game against Butler, Jon Nyatawa of the Omaha World-Herald reports.

Impact Zegarowski was forced to sit for Saturday's game against St. John's due to a hamstring injury. The junior is feeling better according to coach Greg McDermott, but the team wants to be careful with their star point guard. Zegarowski may come down to a game-time decision Saturday.

JANUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 13, 2021 • TUCSON.COM

Sets season-high in points O'Connell recorded 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-5 3PT, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 17 minutes in the 97-79 win over St. John on Saturday.

Impact O'Connell has yet to start a game and had not produced much leading up to the win Saturday. However, the guard put together a strong showing with the second-highest points for the Bluejays and did it all off the bench. He also dominated the paint with six grabs and threw a few assists in there. Aforementioned, he has not produced like this prior to the matchup with the Red Storm, but will be more viable if he can continue this newly found form.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in points in win Mahoney recorded 24 points (8-18 FG, 4-11 3PT, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 33 minutes in the 97-79 win over St. John on Saturday.

Impact Mahoney had himself a performance in the win Saturday. The guard set a season-high in points even in a bad night on the floor. Mahoney went 41 percent from the floor, but yet still carried the majority of the scoring for the Bluejays. He is easily one of the most important pieces for Creighton as they continue to battle for the top of the conference.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No. 7 Creighton routs St. John's 97-79 without Zegarowski OMAHA, Neb. (AP) Denzel Mahoney scored a season-high 24 points to lead six players in double figures with star Marcus Zegarowski out of the lineup, and

JANUARY 9, 2021 • SI.COM

Denzel Mahoney scores season-high 24 points as No. 7 Creighton cruises to victory over St. John's

JANUARY 9, 2021 • Fox Sports

No. 7 Creighton routs St. John's 97-79 without Zegarowski OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Denzel Mahoney scored a season-high 24 points to lead six players in double figures with star Marcus Zegarowski out of th...

JANUARY 9, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

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Butler erases 13-point deficit, upsets No. 8 Creighton in OT

Butler looks for home win vs No. 8 Creighton

Denzel Mahoney scores season-high 24 points as No. 7 Creighton cruises to victory over St. John's