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Georgetown University Falls 74-71 to Marquette - Recap
Sam Hauser went off for 31 points and added 8 rebounds leading Marquette to a 74-71 win over Georgetown University on Tuesday at Capital One Arena.
Bettors who backed Marquette were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks.
Theo John had 14 points for Marquette and Sacar Anim chipped in with 10 points. Joey Hauser had 6 assists for them, while Sam Hauser was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Georgetown University got a 24-point performance from Mac McClung, who was supported by 14 points from Jessie Govan. James Akinjo had 8 assists in a losing cause for Georgetown University, while Jessie Govan grabbed 9 rebounds.
Marquette was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Georgetown University had a 31-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Marquette takes its act home to face Providence looking for another win. For Georgetown University, they head home to face Creighton.