In a highly anticipated matchup, Kansas State Wildcats (6-4) will face off against the Creighton Bluejays (5-4) on Saturday at the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska, with tip-off scheduled for 2:10 p.m. CT. This game marks the beginning of a home-and-home series, with the return contest set to take place in Manhattan during the 2026-27 season.
Saturday’s matchup will be the 17th meeting between the two programs, a historic encounter that signals a reunion since both teams last clashed during the regular season in the late 1980s. The previous face-off in 1986 and 1987 marked the last time these rivals played outside of postseason competition. Most recently, the Wildcats defeated the Bluejays in the 2018 NCAA Tournament with a final score of 69-59.
Creighton, under the leadership of veteran head coach Greg McDermott, holds an overall series record of 8-8 against Kansas State but has an advantage when playing in Omaha, leading 7-2. The teams will also meet for the first time at the CHI Health Center Omaha, a venue that opened its doors to the Bluejays in the 2003-04 season. Kansas State has fond memories of this arena, historically winning their first NCAA Tournament game in two decades there back in 2008.
Creighton is coming off a challenging game against undefeated Nebraska, suffering a 71-50 defeat, which ended their brief two-game winning streak. Despite their record, the Bluejays’ schedule has been tough, with three of their four losses coming against nationally ranked opponents including Gonzaga, Iowa State, and Nebraska. Creighton boasts a balanced offensive attack, featuring six players averaging eight or more points per game. Senior transfer Josh Dix leads the squad with an average of 11.7 points.
Kansas State aims to capitalize on the momentum from their recent performances. The matchup will be significant as both teams look to solidify their standings and build confidence heading into the latter part of the season.
The game will be broadcasted nationally on FOX, with Brandon Gaudin providing play-by-play commentary and Donny Marshall serving as the analyst. Locally, fans can tune in to the K-State Sports Network, with flagship stations KMAN 1350 and WIBW 580 covering the game.
With predictions favoring Kansas State by 3.5 points and an over/under of 155.5 for the total score, anticipation for this regional rivalry continues to build as fans prepare for what promises to be an exhilarating contest in Omaha.
