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Xavier @ Villanova

Current Records: Xavier 12-3; Villanova 8-7

What to Know

The #18 Xavier Musketeers haven't won a game against the Villanova Wildcats since Feb. 24 of 2019, but they'll be looking to end the drought Saturday. Xavier and Villanova will face off in a Big East battle at 4:30 p.m. ET at Finneran Pavilion. The point spread is more or less neutral, so fans should expect a close matchup.

The Musketeers were able to grind out a solid victory over the Connecticut Huskies on Saturday, winning 83-73. Xavier got double-digit scores from five players: guard Colby Jones (16), forward Zach Freemantle (16), forward Jack Nunge (15), forward Jerome Hunter (15), and guard Souley Boum (11).

Meanwhile, Villanova strolled past the Georgetown Hoyas with points to spare on Wednesday, taking the contest 73-57. Villanova's guard Caleb Daniels did his thing and shot 6-for-13 from beyond the arc and finished with 20 points and six boards.

Their wins bumped Xavier to 12-3 and the Wildcats to 8-7. In their win, the Musketeers relied heavily on Zach Freemantle, who posted a double-double on 16 points and 11 rebounds in addition to five dimes. Villanova will need to find a way to minimize his impact if they want to win.

How To Watch

  • When: Saturday at 4:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: Finneran Pavilion -- Villanova, Pennsylvania
  • TV: Fox Sports 1
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $85.00

Odds

The Wildcats are a slight 2.5-point favorite against the Musketeers, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Wildcats as a 2-point favorite.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Villanova have won 11 out of their last 13 games against Xavier.

  • Jan 12, 2022 - Villanova 64 vs. Xavier 60
  • Dec 21, 2021 - Villanova 71 vs. Xavier 58
  • Feb 22, 2020 - Villanova 64 vs. Xavier 55
  • Dec 30, 2019 - Villanova 68 vs. Xavier 62
  • Mar 15, 2019 - Villanova 71 vs. Xavier 67
  • Feb 24, 2019 - Xavier 66 vs. Villanova 54
  • Jan 18, 2019 - Villanova 85 vs. Xavier 75
  • Feb 17, 2018 - Villanova 95 vs. Xavier 79
  • Jan 10, 2018 - Villanova 89 vs. Xavier 65
  • Feb 11, 2017 - Villanova 73 vs. Xavier 57
  • Jan 10, 2017 - Villanova 79 vs. Xavier 54
  • Feb 24, 2016 - Xavier 90 vs. Villanova 83
  • Dec 31, 2015 - Villanova 95 vs. Xavier 64