The Central Michigan Chippewas fell short in their comeback against the No. 15/15 Marquette Golden Eagles, losing 70-62. After a lackluster first half marked by 16 turnovers leading to 26 points for Marquette, CMU rallied in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 35-28 and reducing the deficit to as few as five points. However, despite their efforts, Marquette maintained control to secure the victory at Fiserv Forum. The loss leaves the Chippewas with a 1-2 record while Marquette improves to 3-0.

By the Numbers
  • CMU committed 26 turnovers, resulting in 33 points off turnovers for Marquette.
  • Central Michigan outrebounded Marquette 46-27, including 13 offensive rebounds.
Yes, But

While CMU showed resilience in the second half, the significant turnover count was detrimental. The slow start and failure to convert on several offensive opportunities contributed heavily to the loss.

State of Play
  • Kyler VanderJagt led CMU with a career-high 19 points and strong shooting performance.
  • CMU's next game is against George Mason in Fairfax, VA, on Wednesday.
What's Next

Central Michigan will look to rebound against George Mason, focusing on reducing turnovers and improving shooting efficiency to enhance their chances of victory.

Bottom Line

The Chippewas must address their turnover issues and capitalize on rebounding advantages to compete effectively in future games. Maintaining momentum from their second-half performance could be crucial for upcoming matchups.