Stevie Mitchell Leads Marquette to Victory Over Central Michigan
- Stevie Mitchell led Marquette with 17 points in a home game against Central Michigan.
- Marquette executed a crucial 21-0 run during the first half to gain an advantage.
- Despite the struggle with 3-point shooting, Marquette remains unbeaten, winning 70-62.
On November 11, 2024, in Milwaukee, Stevie Mitchell scored 17 points to help No. 15 Marquette secure a 70-62 victory against Central Michigan. The game featured a significant moment when Marquette executed a remarkable 21-0 run that spanned 3 minutes and 21 seconds, turning a tied game into a commanding lead. This run was pivotal in establishing Marquette's dominance, as Kam Jones contributed 12 points during this stretch. Despite Marquette's victory and remaining unbeaten with a 3-0 record, there were notable challenges, particularly with their three-point shooting, where they struggled at 29.4% for the season. Meanwhile, Central Michigan showcased resilience, led by Kyler VanderJagt who scored 19 points, but ultimately fell short as they committed 26 turnovers and shot only 40.4% from the field. Marquette's performance included eight assists, five rebounds, and three steals from Jones, illustrating the team's depth despite their shooting woes. Central Michigan, despite their strong rebounding performance, could not overcome their turnover issues, contributing to their inability to complete a comeback after narrowing the deficit in the second half. As the Golden Eagles look forward to their upcoming game against Maryland, Central Michigan is slated to visit George Mason, both teams aiming to improve their respective standings in the season ahead.