Xavier replaces Mississippi State in Marquette’s Battle 4 Atlantis group

Xavier will join Marquette in the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament in the Bahamas this November. This change means Marquette will play Texas A&M and Virginia, while Mississippi State will take Xavier's spot against Penn State, Memphis, and Wake Forest. The decision comes as Mississippi State replaces Xavier, who is moving over to improve their non-conference schedule. The tournament format has shifted to two four-team groupings rather than an eight-team bracketed setup. This reorganization is expected to enhance the competition level for Xavier's schedule.

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