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My Prediction
Marquette Golden Eagles by 13Let’s delve into this rousing showdown between the Providence Friars and the Marquette Golden Eagles, shall we? Marquette is currently the darling of the AP poll, sitting at a comfortable #21, while Providence, bless their hearts, don't even register.
Looking at recent history, Marquette holds the upper hand in past duels with a string of victories against Providence. Some might say Providence is due some good fortune but, alas, recent results aren’t any brighter. For goodness sake, they've struggled more than a penguin on a treadmill, posting a winning record that reads 12-15 for the season. Marquette, on the other hand, has a respectable 20-7 record.
They also enjoy quite the statistical advantage. The dynamic Kam Jones, with his eye-catching 17.7 points per game and a commendable performance by David Joplin in the season so far, outshine Providence’s standout players like a supernova outshining a holiday sparkler. Despite Providence's Bensley Joseph and Jabri Abdur-Rahim putting up solid numbers, it’s all relative - like comparing my Aunt Mildred's potato salad to a Michelin star meal.
With all this in mind, Marquette, like an 8-year-old in a Halloween candy store, should be licking their lips at this matchup. Barring any bizarre happenings like an alien abduction or the basketball suddenly gaining sentience, Marquette is all set to cruise through this match faster than a greyhound on a skateboard.
Albert’s Prediction: Marquette Golden Eagles by 13
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