Upset Alert: No. 4 Marquette Surges Past No. 1 Kansas in Intense Showdown
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Upset Alert: No. 4 Marquette Surges Past No. 1 Kansas in Intense Showdown

22 November 2023
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Upset Alert: No. 4 Marquette Surges Past No. 1 Kansas in Intense Showdown

Champions Collide

In a Maui Invitational showdown that saw tempers flare and stars shine, No. 4 Marquette delivered a resounding 73-59 victory over the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks. The game, highlighted by Oso Ighodaro's stellar 21-point performance, unfolded with intensity both on and off the court.

The clash began with an unexpected skirmish in the first half, ignited by a heated exchange between Marquette's coach Shaka Smart and Kansas swingman Kevin McCullar Jr. Yet, as emotions flared, Marquette's players demonstrated remarkable composure, dominating the No. 1 team throughout the night.

Ighodaro emerged as the linchpin, showcasing a 21-point, nine-rebound spectacle. With former Marquette legend Dwyane Wade watching from the front row, the Golden Eagles led for all but 22 seconds, securing a 17-point advantage with seven minutes remaining.

Coach Smart praised his team's maturity and poise, emphasizing their ability to focus on the game amidst the fiery exchanges. "Our guys did a really good job of just basically ignoring what happened and just continuing to play," Smart remarked.

Key contributors like Chase Ross and Kam Jones complemented Ighodaro's performance, underscoring Marquette's depth and resilience. The defensive prowess of Tyler Kolek and Stevie Mitchell was crucial, converting 18 forced turnovers into 20 points.

Looking ahead, Marquette sets the stage for a historic championship clash against No. 2 Purdue. If they triumph, they will join the ranks of Loyola Chicago as the only team to conquer the Nos. 1 and 2 teams in the AP Top 25 on consecutive days.

Kansas, on the other hand, faces a rebound opportunity against No. 7 Tennessee in the third-place game. Coach Bill Self acknowledged Marquette's superiority, stating, "They were definitely the much better team tonight."

As Marquette basks in the glow of their victory, the stage is set for a thrilling championship duel against Purdue, a chance to etch their name in history and cement their status as true contenders.

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