
Marquette coach Shaka Smart has confirmed that star guard Tyler Kolek is making significant progress in his recovery from an oblique injury. Kolek, the 2023 Big East player of the year, has been actively participating in 5-on-5 drills this week, indicating a positive step towards his return.
Kolek has been sidelined for Marquette's last six games due to the injury but is expected to make a comeback for the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Marquette, holding the No. 2 seed in the South Region with a record of 25-9, is set to face Western Kentucky (22-11) on Friday in Indianapolis.