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Marquette vs Xavier Final: 84-82 - Recap
Sacar Anim went off for 28 points and added 5 rebounds leading Marquette over Xavier, 84-82, on Wednesday at Cintas Center.
Marquette was the ATS victor, as they covered the +2.5-point spread as an underdog.
Marquette got 18 points from Koby McEwen and another 18 points from Markus Howard. Markus Howard contributed 3 assists, while Jamal Cain cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Xavier got a 19-point performance from Quentin Goodin, who was supported by 16 points from Naji Marshall. Naji Marshall had 5 assists in a losing cause for Xavier, while Tyrique Jones grabbed 15 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Marquette were victorious, as the score was 39-34 at the break.
Marquette looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the DePaul. Xavier will aim to get back on the winning track at Seton Hall.