UConn vs. Marquette prediction: Back the Huskies as a short road favorite

Marquette was not ranked in the preseason Top 25, but the Big East coaches picked the Golden Eagles to finish ninth in their league. UConn came in at No. 27 in preseason rankings, and the coaches tabbed it as the fourth-best team in Big E. The Huskies started the season with a 13-0 record and climbed as high as No 2. They are now ranked No 6. Wednesday's game is a defensive showdown.

UConn is a short favorite against Marquette. Both teams can score the basketball. UConn's defense is better than Marquett's. Uconn has made 95 more 3-pointers than its opponents. Marquet's opponents are shooting 44.1% against them, including 34.8% from 3. The Huskies hold their opponents to 38. 8% shooting and 27.2% 3 pointers. They also have made more long-distance shots than their opposition. In the last three days, U Connecticut has beaten Oklahoma State, Oklahoma and Florida.