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UConn vs. Creighton prediction: Why Connecticut is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get UConn vs Creighton predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Creighton will square off with the favored UConn in men's college basketball action at CHI Health Center Omaha on Saturday, beginning at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model projects Connecticut as the most likely winner of the UConn vs. Creighton game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
UConn vs. Creighton prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between UConn and Creighton 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Connecticut a 72% chance of defeating Creighton. Our predicted final score has Connecticut winning 75-69.
According to our model, Creighton (+6.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 142.5 points has a 55% chance of going over.
UConn vs. Creighton odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | UConn | Creighton |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -6.5 (-112) | +6.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -300 | +275 |
| Total | o142.5 (-105) | u142.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
UConn vs. Creighton picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Creighton +6.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Creighton | +275 |
| Total | Over 142.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 142.5 total points.
UConn vs. Creighton game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball matchup between Creighton and UConn at CHI Health Center Omaha is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Connecticut vs. Creighton
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: CHI Health Center Omaha
Conclusion
We predict Connecticut, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat Creighton on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Connecticut vs. Creighton insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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