Creighton men's basketball defeats Iowa State in exhibition game

Creighton men’s basketball defeated Iowa State 83-80 in an exhibition game held at Hilton Coliseum. The victory marked the debut of Creighton’s new head coach, Alan Huss.

Freshman Katrelle Harmon led all scorers with 16 points and six assists, while the Bluejays shot 51% from the field and 48.3% from three-point range. Creighton established a significant lead during the second half, peaking at 19 points. Although Iowa State mounted a late comeback attempt that brought the deficit down to three points, they were unable to secure a tie or win on the final possession.

For Iowa State, Jamarion Batemon led the scoring with 15 points. Despite the loss, the Cyclones forced 19 turnovers, converting 24 points off those mistakes. The game served as a preseason look for both programs as they prepare for the 2026-27 season.