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Xavier Musketeers defeat Marquette Golden Eagles
Marquette fails to cover the spread in Big East tournament matchup
Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:03am
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The Xavier Musketeers defeated the Marquette Golden Eagles in a Big East tournament game played on March 11, 2026. Marquette was favored to win by 4 points or more, but they were unable to cover the spread, resulting in a win for those who took Xavier.
Why it matters
This game was an important matchup in the Big East tournament, with Marquette looking to advance and Xavier hoping to pull off an upset. The spread outcome is significant for sports bettors who had wagered on the game.
The details
Marquette was the favorite going into the game, needing to win by 4 points or more to cover the spread. However, Xavier was able to pull off the victory, denying Marquette's spread cover.
- The game was played on March 11, 2026.
The players
Xavier Musketeers
The men's basketball team from Xavier University, a private Jesuit university located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Marquette Golden Eagles
The men's basketball team from Marquette University, a private Jesuit university located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The takeaway
This game highlights the unpredictable nature of sports betting, where the favored team was unable to cover the spread, resulting in a win for those who backed the underdog Xavier Musketeers.
