Providence vs. Xavier: Halftime Notes

After 20 minutes at Cintas Center, the Xavier Musketeers lead the Providence Friars 52-37.

Below is a special message from rapper DMX about the proceedings.

Providence

• Kris Dunn leads all Friars with 12 points. He also has five rebounds and four assists, but has turned the ball over four times
• Ball security was an issue for the Friars, as they had 11 turnovers to Xavier's seven.
• BIG EAST leading scorer Ben Bentil had eight first half points.

Xavier

• Trevon Bluiett leads the Musketeers with 17 points.
• X was on fire from beyond the arc, shooting 7-12.
• The Musketeers are 20-0 when leading at the half this season.