This is the third game in a row that Xavier has faced a deficit at the end of the first half.
The Golden Eagles are led by the play of Duane Wilson and Matt Carlino. The duo has combined for 16 points with Carlino holding 10 of them on a 3-for-6 mark from the field. Luke Fischer has also been stout, scoring five points with a perfect 2-for-2 mark from the field, as well.
The Golden Eagle 3-point defense is still showing its worth. Xavier shot just 17 percent from the perimeter in the first 20 minutes.
Three players are tied for the lead for the Musketeers in points. Trevon Bluiett, Matt Stainbrook and Jalen Reynolds scored four points.
Xavier outrebounded Marquette 20-13 at the end of the first half, but MU holds a 14-4 edge in points off turnovers.
