No. 12 St. John's defeats No. 11 Marquette 70-64

No. 11 Marquette faces challenges after suffering a 70-64 loss to No. 12 St. John's, marking their second consecutive defeat and dropping them to third place in the Big East standings. Marquette struggled offensively in the closing minutes, failing to score a field goal in the last 5:20 of the game, while St. John's capitalized on foul troubles and rebounding advantages. St. John's, on a nine-game winning streak, showcased strong performances from Kadary Richmond and RJ Luis Jr., who contributed significantly to their victory. Marquette's Kam Jones and Chase Ross attempted to lead the team, but ultimately fell short against a formidable St. John's defense. The Golden Eagles are set to face Creighton next, aiming to break their losing streak and regain momentum in the conference. Coach Shaka Smart emphasized the need for improvement and resilience following the tough loss.