Northern Illinois at Marquette

Northern Illinois had a losing record last season. They stepped up twice last November on the road and got crushed at Northwestern (63-46) and Georgia Tech (68-50), failing to cover both times. Marquette is a Big East powerhouse once again, winning the regular season and tournament crowns. Head coach Shaka Smart returns four starters and eight rotation players. Marquette played an early-season game last year against the MAC and rolled over Central Michigan, 97-73, shooting 53% while forcing 22 turnovers. Play Marquette.