CINCINNATI - career high 19 points led four Musketeers in double figures as No. 22/25 Xavier picked up the 80-71 win over Marquette at Cintas Center on Saturday afternoon.
Odom went 8-of-9 from the floor to top his previous career high of 14 points. scored 17, finished with 13 points to go with 12 rebounds for a double-double and added 11 to help the Musketeers open up BIG EAST play at 1-0 and move to 11-1 overall. Marquette moved to 8-4 overall and 0-1 in BIG EAST play.
- Marquette hit the first shot, and the two teams traded baskets over the first five minutes, with the Golden Eagles staying in front.