Georgetown 69, Xavier 63: Mack’s Big Night Lifts Hoyas Over Musketeers
Key Performers:
- Georgetown (12-2, 3-0 Big East):
- Malik Mack: 26 points on 8-for-16 shooting, including 3-for-9 from 3-point range, and 7-for-9 from the free-throw line. Scored 20 of his 26 points in the second half.
- Micah Peavy: 15 points on 7-for-14 shooting, adding 10 rebounds for a double-double.
- Thomas Sorber: 12 points on 5-for-12 shooting, with a 2-for-3 performance from the line.
- Xavier (9-6, 1-3 Big East):
- Zach Freemantle: 16 points, seven rebounds.
- Dayvion McKnight: 12 points, four assists.
- Ryan Conwell: 12 points.
Game Highlights:
Georgetown secured their third straight conference win, powered by Malik Mack’s 26-point performance, including 20 in a dominant second half. The Hoyas held a 30-24 halftime lead, with Micah Peavy leading the way early with 11 first-half points. Despite Xavier’s efforts to close the gap, Mack’s scoring outburst proved decisive down the stretch.
The Musketeers received solid contributions from Freemantle, McKnight, and Conwell but couldn’t overcome Georgetown’s resilience and balanced play.
Notable Moments:
- Georgetown’s defense held Xavier to just 24 first-half points, setting the tone for the game.
- Mack exploded in the second half, hitting key shots to maintain Georgetown’s advantage and fend off Xavier’s rally attempts.
- Peavy’s double-double provided a steady presence on both ends of the floor, complementing Mack’s scoring heroics.
What’s Next:
- Georgetown: The Hoyas travel to face Marquette on Tuesday in a Big East showdown.
- Xavier: The Musketeers return home to host St. John’s, aiming to rebound from this loss.
Georgetown’s ability to close out tight games continues to solidify their position as a rising force in the Big East, while Xavier looks to regroup and regain momentum in conference play.
