Villanova is ranked 24th in the USA TODAY coaches poll, their first ranking since November 2023.
Marquette has won seven of the last eight games against Villanova at home since December 2020.
Villanova defeated Wisconsin 76-66 in overtime at Fiserv Forum earlier this season, showcasing their familiarity with the venue.
Points off turnovers will be a key factor, with Villanova having outscored opponents in this category in 11 of their last 12 games.
Nigel James leads Marquette in Big East scoring, averaging 15.4 points per game.
Villanova enters the game with a strong record and a recent top-25 ranking. Coach Kevin Willard has turned the program around quickly. They are looking to rebound from a recent loss to Creighton. Marquette, after a slow start, hopes to capitalize on their home-court advantage and recent win against Xavier. Their success hinges on containing Villanova's offense and generating points from turnovers, a weakness Villanova tends to exploit. The historical head-to-head favors Marquette at home, adding another layer of intrigue to this Big East matchup. Keep an eye on Villanova's Duke Brennan and Marquette's Nigel James, who both are key players for their teams.
Q: What TV channels will broadcast the game?
The game will be broadcast on TNT and truTV.
Q: Where can I stream the game?
You can stream the game on the WatchTNT app or on Sling (subscription required).
Q: What radio stations will broadcast the game?
In Milwaukee, listen on ESPN Milwaukee WKTI FM-94.5. Other stations include WCUB 980 AM (Two Rivers), WDLB 1450 AM (Marshfield), WSCO 95.3 FM/1570 AM (Appleton), and WSCO 99.1 FM (Oshkosh).
Q: What are the betting odds for the game?
Villanova is favored by 4.5 points, with an over/under of 145.5 points (subject to change).
Villanova is a strong team under a new coach, and points off turnovers are important.
Marquette has performed well against Villanova at home and will want to keep that going.
Nigel James is a player to watch for Marquette, averaging 15.4 points.
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