We have a good BIG 12-BIG EAST matchup tonight with the Marquette Golden Eagles taking on the Texas Longhorns. Texas ranks 43rd in points scored at 81.3 points per game. On the defensive end, they are giving up 65.9 points per game, which ranks 58th in the country. Marquette lost their first game of the season to Wisconsin last time out. Wisconsin had a huge advantage on the boards which led to the win. Marquette is putting up 79.3 points per game which is 63rd in the country. They have not reached this number in two of their last three games.
On the defensive side end, they are giving up 67 points per game, which ranks 74th. Marquette struggled on the boards against Wisconsin and I think the same thing will happen against Texas. Texas can defend both the perimeter and the paint and I look for them to cause Marquette some problems on that end of the floor. Former Texas head coach Shaka Smart will look to get revenge against his former team in this one. Both teams play at s slower pace which will limit possessions. I like Texas to keep this one close at the end. Take the points with Texas.

Play on Texas. This is a 3% play.