Villanova opened the game with a 12‑0 run that left Marquette trailing 14‑2. The Wildcats never trailed again, extending the lead to 16‑5 by the end of the first quarter and never falling below 12 points thereafter. Marquette’s offense sputtered, committing 22 turnovers—nine in the first quarter—and could not mount a comeback.
The final score was 64‑39 in favor of Villanova. Marquette will face Xavier on Wednesday night in a home game that will also serve as Senior Night, with the contest airing on ESPN+ at 6:30 p.m. Central.