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CBS's Jon Rothstein swung by the Davis Center on Saturday to watch the Villanova Wildcats at practice. Here are some of his observations and notes from what he saw...
Greetings from the Main Line! Here for Villanova practice. Wildcats are the clear favorites in the Big East. pic.twitter.com/JOeRnoZEYf
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Palpable buzz at Villanova surrounding Dylan Ennis. Will be Wildcats' top reserve off the bench. A forgotten man nationally. Talented.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Amazing how well Dylan Ennis rebounds for a guard. Has an uncanny nose for the ball. Great timing. Always seems to be in middle of things.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
It's very possible that Villanova could be a better team this season than last but have a worse record. Non-conference slate is BRUTAL.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
One of the keys to Villanova winning 29 games last year? An ability to win close games. Cats were 7-1 in games decided by 5 points or less.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Early prediction on Villanova starting five --- Ryan Arcidiacono, Darrun Hilliard, Josh Hart, Jayvaughn Pinkston, Daniel Ochefu....
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Kris Jenkins is a critical piece for Villanova. Needs to provide some of the outside shooting that James Bell provided last year at the 4.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Josh Hart isn't the only breakout candidate on Villanova -- keep an eye on Daniel Ochefu. Noticeably advanced physically. Could make a jump.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014
Interesting note from Villanova practice --- no labels being put on positions. The theme is simple --- "everyone is a basketball player".
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) November 1, 2014