Villanova hosts conference rival No. 16 Marquette
Marquette Golden Eagles (20-6, 11-4 Big East) at Villanova Wildcats (15-12, 8-8 Big East)
Philadelphia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Golden Eagles -1.5; over/under is 142
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