Seton Hall Tops Marquette in Close Contest
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum
Seton Hall Pirates 79, Marquette Golden Eagles 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Seton Hall Pirates vs Marquette Golden Eagles?
Seton Hall Pirates beat Marquette Golden Eagles 79-73 at Fiserv Forum on December 30, 2025.
Who was favored in Seton Hall Pirates vs Marquette Golden Eagles?
Marquette Golden Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Seton Hall Pirates defeated the Marquette Golden Eagles with a final score of 79-73 at Fiserv Forum. This victory adds to Seton Hall's impressive away record of 8-2, while Marquette struggles with a home record of 5-9. The game showcased the contrasting forms of both teams, with Seton Hall entering the game on a one-game losing streak after falling to Villanova, while Marquette was on a four-game losing streak, having last lost to Creighton.
Seton Hall has demonstrated solid performance throughout the season, averaging 74.3 points scored and allowing 63.9 points per game over their last ten games. Their recent form includes a strong showing against Providence, where they secured a 72-67 victory. In contrast, Marquette's recent struggles have seen them average only 68.4 points scored and 81.8 points allowed in their last five games, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.
Historically, Seton Hall has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Marquette, winning both encounters earlier in the 2025 season. On February 19, Seton Hall triumphed 80-56 at home, and they previously won 76-59 on January 22 while playing away. This trend continued in their latest matchup, where Seton Hall's ability to capitalize on Marquette's mistakes proved decisive.
The game was closely contested, with Marquette leading at various points, but Seton Hall managed to pull ahead in the closing minutes. Key scoring plays included a series of free throws by Trey Parker, who made three consecutive shots to bring Seton Hall within striking distance. Tajuan Simpkins then made a driving layup, followed by another layup from Adam Clark, which allowed Seton Hall to take the lead. Simpkins capped off the scoring with two free throws, solidifying the victory for the Pirates.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this critical matchup. The market had Seton Hall as slight underdogs, with DraftKings listing the spread at MARQ -1.5, indicating a competitive game was expected.
The conditions at Fiserv Forum were typical for a winter evening, with a spirited crowd supporting the home team. However, the atmosphere did not seem to deter Seton Hall, who executed their game plan effectively despite the hostile environment.
Viewers of the game would have noted the importance of Seton Hall's defensive strategies, which limited Marquette's scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half. The Pirates' ability to force turnovers and convert them into points was a critical factor in their success. Additionally, the performance of Trey Parker in clutch moments showcased his poise under pressure, a vital trait for any player in close games.
Overall, this matchup not only highlights the current standings of both teams but also sets the stage for future encounters as Seton Hall continues to assert itself as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MARQ -1.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Seton Hall Pirates -105 · Marquette Golden Eagles -115 |
Leaders
- PointsBen Gold19Marquette Golden Eagles
- AssistsNigel James Jr.5Marquette Golden Eagles
- ReboundsRoyce Parham8Marquette Golden Eagles
- PointsStephon Payne14Seton Hall Pirates
- AssistsAdam Clark6Seton Hall Pirates
- ReboundsStephon Payne22Seton Hall Pirates
Recent form
Marquette Golden Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L474.3 scored · 77 allowed per game3-4 at home
- L63-84at Creighton BluejaysDec 21
- L69-78vs Georgetown HoyasDec 18
- L59-79at Purdue BoilermakersDec 13
- L76-96at Wisconsin BadgersDec 6
- W75-72vs Valparaiso BeaconsDec 3
- L74-75vs Oklahoma SoonersNov 28
- W85-71vs Central Michigan ChippewasNov 22
- L71-77vs Dayton FlyersNov 20
- L82-89vs Maryland TerrapinsNov 15
- W89-49vs Little Rock TrojansNov 13
Seton Hall Pirates
Last 10: 8-2Streak L174.3 scored · 63.9 allowed per game4-1 away
- L56-64vs Villanova WildcatsDec 24
- W72-67at Providence FriarsDec 19
- W81-59vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 14
- W78-67at Kansas State WildcatsDec 6
- W77-61vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 4
- W75-61at Washington State CougarsNov 26
- L81-83at USC TrojansNov 25
- W85-74at NC State WolfpackNov 24
- W68-45vs New Haven ChargersNov 19
- W70-58vs Monmouth HawksNov 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Seton Hall Pirates | Marquette Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-64 | 23-63 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 7-20 | 8-27 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 30 |
| Free throws | 22-29 | 19-27 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 51 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 20 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 17 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 8 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 4 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 37 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-52Chase Ross makes driving layup (Royce Parham assists)
- 2nd Half45-53Sean Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Damarius Owens makes driving layup (Sean Jones assists)
- 2nd Half48-55Trey Parker makes 24-foot three point jumper (Adam Clark assists)
- 2nd Half49-55Najai Hines makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55Najai Hines makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-56Chase Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Chase Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-60Royce Parham makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nigel James Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Najai Hines makes 1-foot dunk (Josh Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half54-60Tajuan Simpkins makes driving layup (Adam Clark assists)
- 2nd Half55-60Josh Rivera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-60Josh Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-60Adam Clark makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-62Chase Ross makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half60-62Josh Rivera makes layup (Trey Parker assists)
- 2nd Half60-63Ben Gold makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-64Ben Gold makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-67Royce Parham makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Gold assists)
- 2nd Half61-67Stephon Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Ben Gold makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Ben Gold makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Tajuan Simpkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Adam Clark assists)
- 2nd Half64-70Chase Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Chase Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-71Stephon Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Stephon Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Ben Gold makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Ben Gold makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Stephon Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-73Trey Parker makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half71-73Trey Parker makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half72-73Trey Parker makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half74-73Tajuan Simpkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-73Adam Clark makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-73Elijah Fisher makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Tajuan Simpkins makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Marquette Golden Eagles, below favours Seton Hall Pirates.
Venue
- Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, WI
- Attendance15028
- OfficialsPat Driscoll, Jeff Clark, Greg Evans
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