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Golden Eagles perform in the clutch to beat Colorado 81-77 and move to Sweet 16

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David Joplin hit two game-sealing free throws in Marquette’s 81-77 win over Colorado. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.)

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Marquette men’s basketball had been in this situation before.

With three minutes left to play, the game was tied at 74 after the Buffaloes had come storming back in the second half and Shaka Smart called timeout.

But instead of letting Colorado takeover — like it allowed Michigan State to do last year — Marquette stepped up to the challenge.

Sophomore guard Chase Ross sunk a 3-pointer on the very next play.