Keshon Gilbert scored 24 points, matching his season high, as No. 6 Iowa State triumphed over No. 5 Marquette with an 81-70 victory on Wednesday night.
Despite suffering a nose injury late in the contest, Gilbert returned to the court, demonstrating his resilience and helping the Cyclones (6-1) secure the win.
Joshua Jefferson contributed significantly with 15 points and 12 rebounds, marking his second double-double of the season. Curtis Jones added 14 points, continuing his streak of six straight games scoring in double digits off the bench, while Dishon Jackson chipped in with 11 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks.
For Marquette (8-1), Royce Parham led the team with 17 points, while Kam Jones struggled, scoring 14 points on a challenging 6-for-21 shooting performance. Stevie Mitchell and Damarius Owens contributed with 13 and 11 points, respectively, as the Golden Eagles fought to keep their undefeated streak alive.
Takeaways
Marquette: The Golden Eagles showed determination in the second half, attempting to rally back but ultimately fell short in their quest to maintain an unbeaten record.
Iowa State: The Cyclones showcased their strength early in the game, marking their first victory against a ranked opponent this season.
Key moment
A pivotal 14-0 run by the Cyclones in the second half proved decisive, allowing them to seize control of the game.
Key stat
Tamin Lipsey struggled offensively, going scoreless for the first 28 minutes and missing all four of his shots. His only point came late in the game following a flagrant foul on Owens.
Up Next
Iowa State will host Jackson State on Sunday, while Marquette is set to face No. 11 Wisconsin on Saturday.
