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Connecticut Falls 85-74 Against Villanova - Game Recap
Villanova got 24 points and 12 rebounds from Eric Dixon en route to a 85-74 victory over Connecticut on Saturday at Wells Fargo Center.
Villanova was the ATS victor, as they covered the -4.0-point spread as a favorite.
Villanova got 19 points from Collin Gillespie and another 16 points from Caleb Daniels. Jermaine Samuels contributed 5 assists, while Eric Dixon cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Connecticut got a 25-point performance from R.J. Cole, who was supported by 14 points from Adama Sanogo. R.J. Cole had 4 assists in a losing cause for Connecticut, while Isaiah Whaley grabbed 5 rebounds.
Villanova was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Villanova had a 24-19 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Villanova takes its act on the road to face St. John's looking for another win. For Connecticut, they head home to face Marquette.