With both team’s entering Wednesday night looking to end their losing ways, the Hoyas and Friars exemplified the urgency of a must-win contest. Sure, must-win sounds a little drastic this early in conference play, but ask either fanbase and they’ll tell you, tonight was a must win for their respective sides.
The Dominicans would eventually top the Jesuits by a score of 76-70.
Georgetown’s bigs were set to be a difference maker in tonight’s matchup, as Providence has struggled with opposing big men. Many focused on Jessie Govan and Bradley Hayes, but it was sophomore Marcus Derrickson who would have the biggest impact for the Hoyas, posting 26 points and 6 rebounds.