HARTFORD, Conn. (Interstat) — Connecticut controlled play from start to finish in a 73-57 victory over Marquette in a Big East men’s basketball game Sunday at XL Center.

The Huskies (14-1) led 37-29 at halftime and maintained a double-digit advantage throughout the second half before a crowd of 10,299. Tarris Reed led Connecticut with 13 points and nine rebounds, while Solo Ball added 17 points and eight boards.

The Golden Eagles (5-10) were paced by Ben Gold’s 11 rebounds and Chase Ross’s 11 points. Connecticut’s defense held Marquette to 28 points in the second half. The Huskies next play at Providence on Wednesday.