#Villanova Wildcats#Marquette Golden Eagles#Big East Conference#Jasmine Bascoe#Halley Vice#College Basketball#Bryn Mawr#February 21, 2026
📌 Key Takeaways
Villanova hosts Marquette in a crucial Big East matchup after a loss to UConn
Villanova enters with a 21-6 record while Marquette has a 16-10 record
Marquette won the previous matchup 85-69 with Halley Vice scoring 32 points
Villanova is strong at home (11-3) while Marquette performs better with fewer turnovers
Key players include Jasmine Bascoe for Villanova and Skylar Forbes for Marquette
📖 Full Retelling
Villanova Wildcats will host the Marquette Golden Eagles in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania on Sunday, February 21, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST in a crucial Big East conference matchup, following the Wildcats' 83-69 loss to UConn where Jasmine Bascoe scored 26 points. The Wildcats enter the game with an impressive 21-6 overall record and 14-4 conference standing, currently sitting second in the Big East. Marquette comes in with a 16-10 overall record and 10-7 conference mark, looking to build on their previous victory over Villanova this season. Villanova has been particularly strong at home, posting an 11-3 record in their home games while averaging 72.9 points per game and shooting 44.4% from the field. Marquette has shown inconsistency in their recent form, going 5-5 in their last 10 games, but performs better when limiting turnovers, boasting a 10-7 record when they turn the ball over less than their opponents. The teams previously met on January 4, with Marquette securing an 85-69 victory behind Halley Vice's 32-point performance, setting the stage for this important rematch with significant implications for Big East seeding.
🏷️ Themes
College Basketball, Big East Conference, Team Records, Player Performance
U.S. college athletic conference that began in 2013
The Big East Conference (stylized as BIG EAST) is a collegiate athletic conference that competes in NCAA Division I in 10 men's sports and 12 women's sports. Headquartered in New York City, the 11 full-member schools are primarily located in Northeast and Midwest metropolitan areas. The conference w...
Athletic teams of Villanova University, Pennsylvania, US
The Villanova Wildcats are the athletic teams of Villanova University. They compete in the Big East (NCAA Division I) for every sport; except football and women's rowing where they compete in the Coastal Athletic Association (Football Championship Subdivision, formerly Division I-AA), and women's wa...
The Marquette Golden Eagles are an athletic team representing Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. They compete as a member of the NCAA Division I level (non-football, sub-level), primarily competing in the Big East Conference for all sports since its establishment in 2013. T...
The matchup pits a strong Villanova squad that recently lost to UConn against a Marquette team that has struggled with turnovers. The game could affect both teams' standings in the Big East and their momentum heading into the postseason.
Context & Background
Villanova finished the season 21-6 and is ranked second in the Big East.
Marquette is 16-10 overall and 10-7 in conference play.
Both teams will look to improve their conference records in the remaining Big East schedule. A win could boost Villanova's playoff resume and keep Marquette in contention for a postseason berth.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the game scheduled?
The game is set for Sunday at 3:30 p.m. EST.
What was the result of the last meeting?
Marquette won the previous encounter 85-69 on January 4.
How many turnovers does Marquette average?
Marquette averages 15.4 turnovers per game.
Original Source
Marquette visits Bascoe and Villanova Villanova faces the Marquette Golden Eagles after Jasmine Bascoe scored 26 points in Villanova's 83-69 loss to the UConn Huskies By The Associated Press February 21, 2026, 4:43 AM Marquette Golden Eagles (16-10, 10-7 Big East) at Villanova Wildcats (21-6, 14-4 Big East) Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Villanova hosts Marquette after Jasmine Bascoe scored 26 points in Villanova's 83-69 loss to the UConn Huskies. The Wildcats have gone 11-3 in home games. Villanova is second in the Big East scoring 72.9 points while shooting 44.4% from the field. The Golden Eagles are 10-7 in conference games. Marquette is 4-4 when it turns the ball over less than its opponents and averages 15.4 turnovers per game. Villanova makes 44.4% of its shots from the field this season, which is 5.4 percentage points higher than Marquette has allowed to its opponents (39.0%). Marquette has shot at a 46.0% rate from the field this season, 5.1 percentage points greater than the 40.9% shooting opponents of Villanova have averaged. The teams play for the second time this season in Big East play. Marquette won the last matchup 85-69 on Jan. 4. Halley Vice scored 32 points to help lead the Golden Eagles to the victory. TOP PERFORMERS: Ryanne Allen is shooting 47.5% from beyond the arc with 1.8 made 3-pointers per game for the Wildcats, while averaging 8.5 points. Bascoe is averaging 20.1 points, 5.3 assists and two steals over the last 10 games. Popular Reads Nancy Guthrie live updates: More than 1 suspect not ruled out, sheriff's office says Feb 20, 4:51 PM The mysterious Nancy Guthrie abduction: A full timeline Feb 19, 8:20 AM Nancy Guthrie case: Person released as search for 'armed individual' continues Feb 10, 11:15 PM Skylar Forbes is scoring 15.4 points per game and averaging 4.9 rebounds for the Golden Eagles. Lee Volker is averaging 2.5 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Wildcats: 7-3, averaging 68.8 points,...
