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Marquette Seeks Redemption After Home Loss
19 Nov
Summary
- Marquette lost at home to Maryland despite a career-high 31 points from Chase Ross.
- The Golden Eagles struggled offensively, shooting poorly from the field and on layups.
- Dayton is seeking to improve after a recent loss and prepare for their second road test.
Marquette faces a challenging matchup on Wednesday night in Milwaukee against Dayton, coming off a disheartening home defeat. The Golden Eagles lost to Maryland on Saturday, 89-82, despite a standout 31-point performance from Chase Ross. Coach Shaka Smart expressed disappointment with the team's defensive intensity in the latter stages of the game and noted offensive struggles, particularly with close-range shots.
Ross leads Marquette in scoring, assists, and steals, while Ben Gold is the top rebounder. The team's overall shooting percentage and three-point accuracy were significantly low in their recent loss, prompting coach Smart to call for introspection. The Golden Eagles are looking to avoid a consecutive loss as they prepare for this next significant contest.
Dayton, with a 3-1 record, is looking to recover momentum after a loss to Cincinnati. They secured a 91-82 victory over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday. Javon Bennett has been a key offensive player for the Flyers, and Amael L'Etang leads the team in rebounds. Coach Anthony Grant stressed the importance of learning from past experiences and playing to their fullest potential against Marquette.
