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Creighton Basketball Player Maurice Watson Jr. Suspect in Alleged Sexual Assault

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Creighton guard Maurice Watson Jr. has been accused of sexual assault in Omaha, according to the Associated Press (via USA Today).

Although no arrests have been made, the alleged incident took place on Feb. 4, with a 19-year-old girl claiming Watson had nonconsensual sexual intercourse with her in a bathroom.

Before news broke of the allegation, the team announced Watson had been suspended due to misconduct. According to Matt Norlander of CBS Sports, the player is completely barred from the team and is unable to participate in senior day activities.