MILWAUKEE (Interstat) — Saint John’s built an early lead and held off Marquette for a 73-66 victory in a Big East women’s basketball game Monday night at Bradley Center.

The Red Storm led 36-32 at halftime and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half. Saint John’s converted 15 of 21 free throws, while Marquette made just 4 of 8.

Jaidynn Mason led Marquette with 14 points. Saint John’s had balanced scoring, with Beautiful Waheed and Brooke Moore each contributing 14 points, and Jailah Donald adding 12.

Saint John’s improved to 12-3. Marquette fell to 8-5. An announced crowd of 1,602 attended.