Marquette and Georgetown Clash in Big East Showdown

The Marquette Golden Eagles and Georgetown Hoyas will face off in a highly anticipated Big East matchup on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Both teams enter the game undefeated in conference play, setting the stage for a pivotal early-season clash.

Marquette, ranked #10 nationally, boasts a 13-2 record and is riding a four-game winning streak. Led by junior guard Kam Jones, who averages 20.3 points and 6.5 assists per game, the Golden Eagles have been a force on both ends of the court. David Joplin, averaging 5.5 rebounds per game, has also been a key contributor. However, Marquette will be without junior guard Sean Jones, who continues to recover from knee surgery.

Georgetown, unranked but surging, holds a 12-2 record and has won five straight games. Freshman standout Thomas Sorber leads the Hoyas with 15.4 points and 8.1 rebounds per game, while Malik Mack contributes 4.8 assists per game. The Hoyas’ defense has been a cornerstone of their success, ranking #9 in adjusted defensive efficiency. However, their offense has struggled, ranking #134 nationally during their 10-1 stretch.

Georgetown’s recent success includes a dominant 81-57 victory over Creighton and narrow wins against Seton Hall and Xavier. However, their road performance has been inconsistent, particularly in scoring, which could pose a challenge against Marquette’s top-20 defense.

The game is projected to be a defensive battle, with Marquette favored to win by 13 points and an 88% chance of victory. The over/under is set at 145.5 points, with analysts leaning toward the under due to both teams’ defensive strengths and Georgetown’s struggles on the road.

This matchup marks the 38th meeting between the two programs, with Marquette leading the all-time series 23-14. The Golden Eagles have won six straight against Georgetown and nine of the last 10 meetings. A victory for Marquette would solidify their position as a Big East contender, while Georgetown aims to prove their early-season success is no fluke.

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM Central Time, with the game broadcast on CBSSN. Fans can expect a hard-fought battle as both teams look to remain unbeaten in conference play.