As the college basketball offseason unfolds, Creighton’s men’s basketball team is making headlines with its activity in the transfer portal.
The Big East’s Bluejays remain a regular league power as they plan to rebuild their team by losing and recruiting players. Here’s a complete look at the players entering and exiting the Creighton program.
Players Departing From Creighton
The Creighton basketball program experienced numerous key departures this offseason. Some of them include:
- Pop Isaacs: The 6-foot-2-inch guard demonstrated his exceptional skills as a sharpshooting guard by earning All-Big 12 honors during the 2023-24 season. Following his offseason transfer to Creighton, Isaacs averaged 16.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in the 2024-25 season.
- Mason Miller: The 6-foot-9 junior forward played a crucial role in Creighton’s team. He recorded a total of 35 points, 15 assists, even rebounds, and four steals.
Players Joining Creighton
The departure of key players from Creighton led the team to actively pursue quality athletes from competing programs.
- Owen Freeman: The 6-foot-10-inch center from Iowa is a potential game-changer who is still evolving. As a sophomore, he delivered 16.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game.
His arrival at Creighton brings size, scoring, and defensive presence to the frontcourt. His elite defensive abilities in rebounding and shot-blocking further enhance his ability to contribute to the team.
Impact on Creighton’s Season
The transfer activity completely reshapes how the Bluejays structure their starting lineup. The departure of Miller and Isaacs creates challenges in team depth, leadership and consistency in key moments.
The addition of Freeman strengthens the Bluejays’ defense while providing another offensive force near the basket, potentially opening new scoring possibilities.
Head Coach Greg McDermott will need to adapt his coaching strategy to address the gaps left by the outgoing players. Freeman’s presence in the paint could influence McDermott to implement post-centric offensive strategies that complement the team’s perimeter shooting.
Player development and tactical flexibility will be essential to guiding the Bluejays through new strategic changes.
Future Outlook
Despite the departures, Creighton remains a contender in the Big East, thanks to their recruiting efforts and Freeman’s immediate impact potential. The upcoming season will require the team to integrate new members with their established core players.
If McDermott’s system can effectively utilize Freeman’s skills, Creighton has a strong foundation to remain competitive in March Madness and exceed expectations.
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Creighton positioning itself to maintain success in both Big East Conference play and the NCAA Tournament through its recent player additions.
The Bluejays aim to build on their recent success as they pursue another deep NCAA Tournament run. Fans can expect an exciting college basketball season as Creighton continues to solidify its reputation as a top-tier program.
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