For the coach known for his fiery demeanor, Miller's tranquil tone was most appropriate as a bounce-back season ... Xavier didn't have another rally left in them in Friday's 86-73 loss to No. 6 ...

DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Marcus Foster scored 22 points and Zach Freemantle added 15 while overcoming foul trouble as Xavier rallied ... win this season and advanced to play No. 6 seed Illinois ...