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Marquette Downs Central Michigan 97-73 - Match Report
Marquette blew out Central Michigan on Thursday, running up the score in a 97-73 win at Al McGuire Center.
Bettors who backed Marquette were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -18.0 at sportsbooks.
David Joplin had 23 points for Marquette and Olivier-Maxence Prosper chipped in with 13 points. Tyler Kolek had 11 assists for them, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Central Michigan got a 17-point performance from Jesse Zarzuela, who was supported by 15 points from Brian Taylor. Reggie Bass had 6 assists in a losing cause for Central Michigan, while Nicolas Pavrette grabbed 10 rebounds.
Marquette led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Central Michigan had a 34-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Marquette heads into a battle against Purdue. Central Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Eastern Illinois.