No. 8 Marquette Dominates Providence with 21-0 Run in Big East Victory

Marquette secures a commanding 78-50 win over Providence, breaking a five-game road losing streak against the Friars.

Kam Jones led Marquette with an 18-point, 10-assist double-double, spearheading the team's balanced offensive performance.
A decisive 21-0 first-half run, fueled by nine Providence turnovers, gave Marquette a commanding 28-10 lead early in the game.
Marquette's defense forced 22 turnovers overall, converting them into 27 points, while also recording 15 steals.
The Golden Eagles shot 52.9% in the first half and built a 47-20 halftime lead, ultimately extending their advantage to as much as 32 points.
Providence's Bryce Hopkins missed his third consecutive game due to injury, while Wesley Cardet Jr. led the Friars with 11 points off the bench.