Creighton Upsets UConn in Big East Tournament Amid Controversy.Creighton pulled off a major 71-62 upset over defending national champion UConn in the Big East Tournament semifinals. The game ended with a heated altercation after Creighton’s Jamiya Neal executed an emphatic dunk in the final seconds instead of running down the clock.
Key Moments:
Neal led Creighton with 19 points and helped the Bluejays build a comfortable late-game lead.UConn’s Hassan Diarra confronted Neal, which led to a scuffle between players.
Technical fouls were issued to both Neal and Diarra. Jayden Ross from UConn was ejected for leaving the bench.
What’s Next?
Creighton advances to the Big East Championship Game against Marquette, who defeated Seton Hall.
UConn, despite the loss, is still expected to be a high seed in the NCAA Tournament.
