Markus Howard scored 40 points for the fifth time in his career, leading Marquette over Davidson on Thanksgiving Day 73-63.
The Golden Eagles (4-1) were clinging to a one-point lead with two-and-a-half minutes to go when Howard made a layup and hit a free throw, then added a 3-pointer to cement the victory.
Davidson failed to hit a 3-point shot for the first time in more than 800 games, dating back 25 years.
Marquette meets U-S-C this afternoon at 3:30 P-M in the Orlando Invitational. Pregame coverage on AM 980 WCUB will begin at 3:00 PM.
