Marquette vs. Xavier: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Marquette Golden Eagles (27-6, 17-3 Big East) take an eight-game win streak into a home matchup with the Xavier Musketeers (25-8, 15-5 Big East), winners of five straight.
Marquette won its previous game against UConn, 70-68, on Friday. David Joplin was its top scorer with 17 points. Xavier was victorious in its previous game versus Creighton, 82-60, on Friday. Souley Boum starred with 23 points, plus five boards and six assists.
When is Marquette vs. Xavier and when does it start?
This game between the Golden Eagles and Musketeers will begin on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 6:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Marquette vs. Xavier
The Golden Eagles and Musketeers will hit the court at Madison Square Garden for this matchup on March 11, and if you’d like to see the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on FOX.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Xavier Musketeers Game Preview
Marquette Stats, Odds & Insights
Marquette outscores opponents by 9.2 points per game (scoring 80.4 per game to rank 18th in college basketball while giving up 71.2 per contest to rank 213th in college basketball) and has a +304 scoring differential overall.
The Golden Eagles put up 6.1 more points than the Musketeers concede (74.3).
Marquette hits 1.1 more threes per contest than the opposition, 8.9 (46th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.8.
Offensively, the Golden Eagles have played better at home this season, scoring 83.3 points per game, compared to 79.7 per game when playing on the road.
Marquette has seen a decrease in scoring lately, putting up 76.3 points per game in its last 10 contests, 4.1 points fewer than the 80.4 it has scored this season.
Xavier Stats, Odds & Insights
Xavier is outscoring opponents by 8.0 points per game, with a +264 scoring differential overall. It puts up 82.3 points per game (seventh in college basketball) and gives up 74.3 per contest (298th in college basketball).
The Musketeers average 82.3 points, 11.1 more than the Golden Eagles allow.
Xavier makes 7.6 three-pointers per game (160th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.5. It shoots 40.0% from deep, and its opponents shoot 36.2%.
At home the Musketeers are putting up 83.6 points per game, 3.1 more than they are averaging on the road (80.5).
In its past 10 games, Xavier is posting 80.1 points per contest, 2.2 fewer points than its season average (82.3).
Golden Eagles Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kam Jones | 33 | 15.1 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 1.4 | 0.1 | 2.8 |
| Tyler Kolek | 33 | 13.1 | 4.1 | 7.7 | 1.8 | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Olivier Prosper | 33 | 12.5 | 4.7 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Oso Ighodaro | 33 | 11.7 | 5.8 | 3.2 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 0.0 |
| David Joplin | 33 | 9.2 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.8 |
Musketeers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souley Boum | 33 | 17.0 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 2.3 |
| Colby Jones | 32 | 15.5 | 5.4 | 4.3 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 1.3 |
| Zach Freemantle | 22 | 15.2 | 8.1 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.6 |
| Jack Nunge | 33 | 14.4 | 7.8 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| Adam Kunkel | 31 | 10.4 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 1.7 |
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