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How Wichita State held off Providence

Wichita State's Markis McDuffie drives to the basket during their game against Catawba on Oct. 30, 2018 at Koch Arena.

Wichita State veteran Markis McDuffie showed his experience Friday — leading the Shockers to a much-needed victory against Providence Friday at the Veterans Classic.

McDuffie’s 32 points was a career-high, and tied for the second-most of any Shocker in Gregg Marshall’s tenure.

Here’s how the Shockers held off Providence for a stunning victory.

Seniors showed out

During the Shockers home-opener, McDuffie and Samaje Haynes-Jones were not comfortable on the floor. McDuffie heard criticism from the crowd, as both he and Haynes-Jones struggled offensively.