Down Goes Marquette

Say what you want about Dominic James, but his season-ending injury last night likely dooms Marquette's chances to win the Big East and more. James, who elected to return to Marquette after realizing he had no chance to get drafted in last two Drafts - - not much room at the pro level for a shoot-1st point guard who can't shoot--, nonetheless is Marquette's floor general who played tight defense and provided the always valuable senior leadership. For evidence as to just how much senior leadership means at the point guard position, see also Wallace, Jonathan.

"We are hurtful as a program and hurtful as an institution for Dominic," Coach Buzz Williams said.

And that quote should tell you all you need to know about Marquette.

Sweep the leg.

Casually.