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Marquette Capitalizes on Providence Fouls in 105-104 OT Win
Nigel James Jr. scored 38 points with eight assists, making crucial free throws to force overtime and secure Marquette's narrow victory over Providence.
- On Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, freshman guard Nigel James Jr. scored a season-high 38 points to help the Marquette Golden Eagles edge Providence Friars 105-104 in overtime at Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee.
- Shooting efficiently, Marquette Golden Eagles went 20 for 33 with only one turnover and led 54-44 at halftime, gaining early momentum.
- James added 20 second-half points and provided playmaking, scoring a tying layup with 18 seconds left and adding six points and two assists in overtime for the Marquette Golden Eagles.
- With the win, Marquette Golden Eagles improved their record and found a solution to clutch-time issues in a game with multiple late lead changes against Providence Friars.
- Nigel James Jr.'s breakout game positions him as a focal point moving forward; the story called him a `budding superstar` during the FS1 broadcast from Fiserv Forum with Jeff Levering and LaPhonso Ellis.
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