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Marquette Cruises to Victory Over Stony Brook
Marquette's Kam Jones scored 32 points in a dominant season-opening win over Stony Brook.
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Kam JonesChase RossDavid JoplinTyler KolekOso IghodaroJoe OctaveBen WightSean JonesBen Gold
- What are the upcoming games scheduled for Marquette and Stony Brook?
- Marquette's next game is against George Mason at the Al McGuire Center on Friday, while Stony Brook plays Central Michigan on Thursday.
- How did Marquette compensate for the absence of key players from last season?
- Marquette, despite missing key players from last season's team, showcased strong ball distribution with 22 assists and only 7 turnovers. Their success highlights the team's ability to adapt and play well together.
- Describe a pivotal moment that shifted the momentum of the game in Marquette's favor.
- A key moment in the game was when Kam Jones hit a three-pointer to give Marquette a lead that they would maintain for the remainder of the game. This marked the final lead change.
- What was a significant challenge faced by Stony Brook in their game against Marquette?
- Stony Brook, returning only one starter, struggled against Marquette's superior offensive performance. Joe Octave, a transfer from Holy Cross, was a bright spot for Stony Brook with 12 points.
- Who was the leading scorer for Marquette in their season-opening win against Stony Brook?
- Kam Jones led Marquette to a 102-62 victory over Stony Brook with a 32-point performance, shooting 14 of 16 from the floor. Chase Ross also contributed a career-high 23 points.