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Kam Jones Leads Marquette to Victory with Birthday Performance

Marquette strengthens NCAA Tournament bid with 10th win in 11 games.

  • Kam Jones celebrated his 22nd birthday with a second consecutive 34-point game, leading No. 7 Marquette to an 88-64 victory over Xavier.
  • Marquette's win marks their 10th victory in 11 games, solidifying their position as a strong contender for the NCAA Tournament.
  • Jones has shown exceptional form over his last two games, shooting 23 of 32 from the floor and 14 of 20 from beyond the arc.
  • Marquette honored its 1974 Final Four team during a halftime ceremony, highlighting the program's historical success.
  • Xavier's loss, their fourth straight, underscores their recent struggles and raises questions about their performance moving forward.
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