Xavier knew that coming into this game and playing on Creighton’s terms was a recipe for disaster, but after a rough past 3 weeks and without Nate Johnson, the Musketeers dug deep, showed a focus and intensity on defense that kept the Bluejays off balance all night, and got some huge performances from the usual suspects and a couple of key role players to not only win but reignite the hope that this team can be a threat come March.
Paul Scruggs has earned a place in Xavier lore
The catalyst for Xavier taking control of the game early was none other than the lone 4 year player on the roster: the rugged and determined talisman of this team, Paul Scruggs.