The Golden Eagles hung around with No. 1 Villanova on National Marquette Day, but just like the last matchup, talent eventually prevailed. The Wildcats spoiled the party in the packed BMO Harris Bradley Center, defeating Marquette 89-79.
“They’re the type of team that makes you pay for every mistake,” said Marquette head coach Steve Wojciechowski. “That’s why they are a team that could go to the Final Four.”
Jajuan Johnson was Marquette’s most consistent player on both sides of the floor. He shot 8-for-10 for 19 points. He also snatched five steals, one less than his career high set against Chicago State.