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Butler Falls 76-57 to Marquette - Recap

Markus Howard scored 17 points leading Marquette to a 76-57 victory over Butler at Fiserv Forum on Sunday.

Marquette was the ATS victor, as they covered the -3.5-point spread as a favorite.

Brendan Bailey had 16 points for Marquette and Koby McEwen chipped in with 16 points. Koby McEwen had 6 assists for them, while Brendan Bailey was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Butler got a 23-point performance from Kamar Baldwin, who was supported by 14 points from Bryce Nze. Aaron Thompson had 7 assists in a losing cause for Butler, while Bryce Golden grabbed 6 rebounds.

Marquette was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Marquette won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-30.

Marquette looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Villanova. Butler will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Xavier.