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Marquette Golden Eagles vs Connecticut Huskies Recap - Connecticut Wins 87-72
Connecticut got 20 points from Jordan Hawkins en route to a 87-72 victory over Marquette on Tuesday at XL Center.
Connecticut was a -4.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Connecticut got 18 points from Adama Sanogo and another 13 points from Alex Karaban. Tristen Newton contributed 12 assists, while Tristen Newton cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Marquette got 17 points from Tyler Kolek in a losing cause and another 12 points from Ben Gold. Tyler Kolek contributed 4 assists for them, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper had 5 rebounds.
Connecticut was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut had a 40-18 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Connecticut heads into a battle against Creighton. Marquette, meanwhile, will have their next action against Georgetown University.