Marquette, after a disappointing loss to Xavier, faced Seton Hall, overcoming early offensive struggles with strong defense. The Golden Eagles, despite shooting poorly in the first half, capitalized on Seton Hall's turnovers, winning 76-59. Kam Jones led the scoring with 19 points, showcasing the team's reliance on defensive strength moving forward.
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Marquette Begins 2025 With Gritty Home Win Over Creighton
Marquette secured a 79-71 victory over Creighton, maintaining their lead in the Big East with a 12-2 record. Despite a slow start, Kam Jones rallied in the second half, contributing crucial points. Stevie Mitchell's consistent scoring was vital, showcasing Marquette's defensive prowess and resilience as they prepare to face Georgetown next.
Marquette Opens Up Big East Play With Impressive Home Win Over Butler
Marquette's non-conference schedule concluded with a loss to Dayton, but they bounced back to defeat Butler 80-70 in their Big East opener. Despite a low shooting percentage, Marquette excelled in rebounding and ball protection, committing just two turnovers and claiming 28 second-chance points, showcasing strong discipline and teamwork.
Marquette Takes First Loss of Season on the Road at Iowa St.
Marquette faced #6 Iowa State in Ames, losing 81-70 and suffering their first defeat of the season, dropping to 8-1. Despite struggles from key players, freshmen Damarius Owens and Royce Parham shone, contributing significantly. While issues in interior defense and rebounding were noted, the team's depth shows promise for the future.
Marquette Trounces Purdue as Kam Jones and His Triple Double Give the Golden Eagles a Satisfying Victory
In a thrilling rematch, Marquette stunned Purdue, snapping their non-conference win streak with a decisive 76-58 victory. Despite Purdue's historical dominance, Marquette showcased impressive rebounding and forced turnovers, highlighting their resurgence under Coach Smart. As both teams eye a successful NCAA run, the rivalry intensifies—who’s really the best?
#15 Marquette Goes to College Park to Pick Up Road Victory vs Maryland
The first real test of the season for Marquette came Friday night as the Golden Eagles traveled to College Park to take on Maryland for their first road game of the year. Although unranked, the Terrapins came into Friday’s matchup 3-0 against some weaker opponents, but all three of their wins came by 30+ points. … Continue reading #15 Marquette Goes to College Park to Pick Up Road Victory vs Maryland
Marquette Defeats Central Michigan in Defensive Victory
After a rousing 82-63 win on Friday at the students-only game at the Al McGuire Center on campus, Marquette(2-0) welcomed the Central Michigan Chippewas(1-1) into Fiserv Forum on Monday night to finish off a three-game homestand to open the season. Marquette moved up three spots in Monday’s AP Poll to #15, and were eager to … Continue reading Marquette Defeats Central Michigan in Defensive Victory
Marquette Defeats George Mason at Students-Only Game on Campus
Marquette, coming off of an opening night win over Stony Brook, returned to the court Friday night for their second matchup of the season. The Golden Eagles would move away from their usual home venue of Fiserv Forum and shift the action over to the Marquette campus, where they would host a unique students-only game … Continue reading Marquette Defeats George Mason at Students-Only Game on Campus
#18 Marquette Trounces Stony Brook in Season Opener
Marquette rebounded from last season’s disappointment by showcasing a revamped roster in their 2024-25 opener against Stony Brook. Led by Kam Jones’ 32 points and a strong defensive effort, the Golden Eagles won 102-62. The team exhibited promising chemistry and performance, setting a positive tone for the season ahead.
Marquette & Big East Season Preview
The Marquette Golden Eagles are set to begin the 2024-25 basketball season after a strong previous campaign. Despite losing key players to the NBA, they return an experienced backcourt, including Kam Jones and Stevie Mitchell. Ranked #18, they aim for a competitive finish in the challenging Big East conference, projecting a 21-10 overall record.
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