Happy Tuesday, 'Nova Nation! And a happy gameday at that. Late start tonight which leaves plenty of room for the pregame activities, which include Georgetown's trip to Butler at 7pm. Maybe we'll open up the gamethread a bit early tonight since this game has major implications on BIG EAST Tournament seeding.
And now, the "news."
No. 4 Villanova leads formidable Big East into home stretch | USA TODAY
Villanova has put itself in consideration for a top seed in the NCAA tournament. The Wildcats have won 10 in a row and are so good at shooting the 3-pointer that everyone — even unbeaten Kentucky — would rather avoid them.
Villanova-Creighton Preview | FOX Sports
A win would match the Wildcats' longest winning streak ever (11 games) in the BIG EAST.
Villanova’s stars shine in drive for a top seed | Omaha.com
Villanova is pretty much last year's Creighton with how lethal they can be spacing the floor and knocking down 3s.
College basketball's issues with scoring and pace need solutions now | SI.com
College basketball faces unprecedented problems with scoring and pace of play. Will coaches and administrators make the necessary changes to make the game stronger?
Veer Singh commits to Seton Hall | South Orange Juice
Kevin Willard added to his 2015 recruiting class by receiving a commitment from a 6-foot-7 wing on Monday.
Two Women Accuse Rasheed Sulaimon Of Rape | Duke Basketball Report
That's not a good look.