No. 20 Michigan Looks to Avoid Second Straight Loss vs Marquette

Michigan will host Marquette on Wednesday in Ann Arbor, looking to rebound from an 85-77 loss to UConn and avoid a second straight defeat. The Wolverines are 1-1 and have struggled from 3-point range and with turnovers, while Marquette is 2-0 after lopsided wins over Mercyhurst and Detroit Mercy. Previews see Marquette’s defense and rebounding as strengths, but note that its early opponents were overmatched and Michigan presents a major step up in competition. The matchup will test whether Michigan can handle Marquette’s pressure defense and whether the Golden Eagles can stay competitive against a stronger opponent.