Marquette Faces Seton Hall Amidst Roster Shake-Up

Marquette looks to break a four-game losing streak as they host Seton Hall in a Big East matchup. The Golden Eagles have recently seen guard Zaide Lowery depart the team, impacting their lineup and averages. This season has been a clear transition period for Marquette, marked by defensive struggles and a 10th-ranked scoring defense in the conference.

Despite these challenges, freshman Nigel James Jr. has emerged as a promising player, demonstrating offensive confidence and scoring a career-high 23 points in a recent game. Coach Shaka Smart hopes James's aggressive play and poise will prove contagious for the team as they navigate the remainder of the season.

Seton Hall enters the contest with a strong season record, though they recently experienced an eight-point loss where their shooting faltered. Their defense remains a significant strength, ranking eighth nationally in points allowed. The Pirates may also be without freshman center Najai Hines, whose absence has been noted as a significant factor by coach Shaheen Holloway.