UConn bounces back after a two game skid and finds their first victory over an over .500 Big East team. Marquette, winners of their last eight of nine, could not overcome the 46-27 rebounding differential.
UConn imposed their will in the first half. The Huskies’ defensive physicality (very handsy) and constant pushing of the pace controlled the game. They shot 63% from 3 and finished with 15 transition points to keep the normally active and aggressive Marquette defense on their heels. Justin Lewis tried to keep up with UConn, but his forced shots (2-8, 0-4 from 3) would not fall.