UConn shot a scintillating 56 percent in the first half, and followed it up with a still-smoking 65 percent in the second, on its way to a 77-69 win at No. 9 Marquette on Saturday, inching closer to the top of the Big East standings.

Solo Ball and the 25th-ranked UConn men’s basketball team spoiled National Marquette Day. Ball took over the game in the second half, denying a full, striped-out crowd it’s desired celebration as his shooting helped the Huskies hold on for a 77-69 victory over No.