The 67th edition of the "Holy War" between the Wildcats of Lancaster Ave and the Hawks of City Line will be played tonight at Philly's famed Palestra.
Villanova (8-0, #3) looks to continue their City dominance and St. Joe's (3-4) is in the way. The Cats have won 4 of the last 5 meetings and 9 of the last 12. 'Nova has also won 20 of their last 21 Big 5 games.
'Nova comes into the Holy War led by Scottie Reynolds who had a season-high 25 points in Villanova's last game against Maryland, He is averaging a bit more than 15 a game.
St. Joe's (PA), has lost 4 straight and is led by Darrin Govens who is scoring 12 points from the guard spot.
Quick Facts
- Villanova is 42-24 all time in the Series
- Jay Wright is 13-4 at the Palestra
- Wright is 5-3 against St. Joe's
- Tip off is slated for 9p ET
- Game will be on ESPN2
Don't forget Ed's- Closest to the Pin Contest!