NEW YORK — There is one obstacle standing in Marquette men’s basketball’s way of becoming Big East Tournament repeat champions: No. 1 seeded UConn.
The reigning national champion Huskies bulldozed their way through the Big East in the regular season, going 18-2.
The Golden Eagles lost both contests the two teams played this season, but undoubtedly will have revenge on their minds as they attempt to win their second tournament championship in a row
However Marquette has to play without main point guard Tyler Kolek, who will miss his sixth consecutive game Saturday night.
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