Villanova Basketball Hosts Xavier In Toughest Test Yet

Good Morning(ish) Nova Nation! Sometimes life happens, and so we’re presenting another “brunch” edition of of Arizin today. Since we’re already late, I’ll keep it short.

But here’s a quick note to keep in mind for tonight’s game: Villanova hasn’t lost to Xavier at home since 1956 at the Field House. I don’t think that streak ends this season.

And now, the “news”:

Villanova-Xavier preview: No. 1 vs. No. 10 | Philly.com
Back at No. 1, the Wildcats will host the Musketeers on Wednesday.

College basketball: Get to know Villanova's Omari Spellman | NCAA.com
The NCAA profiles the Wildcats' freshman, but doesn't mention the 2016-17 season...

Villanova's Spellman is a beast in the Big East | NCAA.com
Newcomer Spotlight takes a look at Villanova redshirt freshman Omari Spellman. The big man has helped the Wildcats back into national title contention.

Villanova takes over No. 1 spot, but CBB lacks dominant team | SI.com
Villanova has too many defensive lapses to be considered a dominant team in college basketball. Will this be a year of parity in college hoops?

Why Villanova’s Jalen Brunson could fit the Warriors | Golden State Of Mind
Jalen Brunson, Villanova’s veteran engine, embodies what the Warriors look for in draft picks.

Villanova No. 1 in AP Poll, Improves Odds to Win NCAA Championship | Casino.org
Villanova moved back into the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll and saw its odds drop to win the NCAA Championship.