CINCINNATI (Interstat) — Xavier used a dominant offensive performance and a stifling defense to defeat Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 88-67 in a non-conference men’s basketball game Friday at Cintas Center. The Musketeers (5-3) built a 10-point halftime lead and pulled away in the second half, fueled by efficient shooting and a significant advantage in three-pointers. Xavier made 12 shots from beyond the arc while the Islanders (2-5) managed only four. Jovan Milicevic led a balanced Musketeers’ scoring effort with 14 points. DA Houston was the top scorer for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi with 13 points. Xavier committed only five turnovers and recorded seven blocks in the win.