Marquette Golden Eagles projected to finish fourth in Big East poll

The Big East coaches expect the Marquette men's basketball team to finish fourth in the league, according to the preseason poll released on October 1. The Golden Eagles received one first-place vote after struggling last season with a 7-13 record. Connecticut topped the poll with eight first-place votes, followed by St. John's with two. Sophomore guard Nigel James Jr. was a unanimous selection to the all-Big East first team, and forward Royce Parham made the second team. Newcomer Sananda Fru was recognized on the third team after transferring from Louisville. The Big East season is set to start soon.

• 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Marquette picked to finish fourth in Big East coaches poll