The New Year's Eve clash between the Marquette Golden Eagles and the Seton Hall Pirates promises to be a thrilling encounter, as the two teams prepare to lock horns at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. As Marquette returns to action after a 10-day break, the Golden Eagles are eager to shake off a challenging stretch of games that has left them with a 5-8 record, including 0-2 in the Big East.
Seton Hall, on the other hand, enters the game with a 6-13 record, having struggled to find consistency this season. The Pirates have lost 7 of their last 8 games, and their 1-7 Big East record underscores the difficulties they have faced in conference play. Despite their recent struggles, the Golden Eagles will need to be on their toes, as the Pirates have a history of pulling off surprising upsets, especially in close games.
The last time these two teams met on February 18, 2025, Marquette emerged victorious with a commanding 80-56 win, led by the stellar performance of Kam Jones, who scored 14 points. This victory was part of a dominant stretch for the Golden Eagles, who have shown flashes of their potential throughout the season.
Looking at the historical matchups, Marquette holds a significant edge over Seton Hall, with a 26-13 overall record in the series. However, the Pirates have won 7 of their 13 home games against the Golden Eagles, making their home court a formidable challenge for any opponent. Marquette will need to bring their A-game to secure a win at home, where they have a strong record over the Pirates.
The key to victory for Marquette will be their ability to manage the ball and capitalize on Seton Hall's turnovers. In their previous meeting, the Golden Eagles forced 24 turnovers, which were pivotal in securing a 76-59 victory over the Pirates. Marquette's ability to create and convert scoring opportunities from turnovers will be crucial in this high-stakes game.
The game is set to start today at 7:00 PM EST in Milwaukee, with fans eager to see if the Golden Eagles can capitalize on their home-court advantage and secure a much-needed win to kick off the New Year. Follow along for live updates, stats, and expert analysis as these two Big East rivals battle it out on the hardwood.
