| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XAV | 38 | 36 | 74 |
| PROV | 47 | 33 | 80 |
Diallo, Pipkins carry Providence past Xavier 80-74
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Alpha Diallo had 25 points as Providence defeated Xavier 80-74 on Wednesday night.
Luwane Pipkins added 23 points for Providence (18-12, 11-6 Big East Conference), which earned its fifth consecutive win. David Duke had 16 points.
Naji Marshall had 25 points for the Musketeers (19-11, 8-9). Zach Freemantle added 13 points and eight rebounds. KyKy Tandy had 11 points.
The Friars leveled the season series against the Musketeers with the win. Xavier defeated Providence 64-58 on Feb. 8. Providence finishes out the regular season against DePaul at home on Saturday. Xavier finishes out the regular season against Butler at home on Saturday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Jeff Clark
- Tim Clougherty
- Tony Chiazza
2024-25 Big East Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette | 5-0 | - | 14-2 |
| St. John's | 4-1 | 1 | 13-3 |
| UConn | 4-1 | 1 | 12-4 |
| Villanova | 4-1 | 1 | 11-5 |
| Georgetown | 3-1 | 1.5 | 12-3 |
| Creighton | 2-2 | 2.5 | 9-6 |
| Providence | 2-3 | 3 | 8-8 |
| Seton Hall | 1-3 | 3.5 | 6-9 |
| Xavier | 1-4 | 4 | 9-7 |
| DePaul | 0-5 | 5 | 9-7 |
| Butler | 0-5 | 5 | 7-9 |
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