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Villanova Downs Pennsylvania 80-69 - Match Report
Pennsylvania was burned for 27 points by Saddiq Bey on Wednesday as Villanova picked up a 80-69 win at Finneran Pavilion.
Bettors who backed Villanova were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.0.
Justin Moore had 17 points for Villanova and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl chipped in with 13 points. Collin Gillespie had 6 assists for them, while Jeremiah Robinson-Earl was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Pennsylvania got a 18-point performance from AJ Brodeur, who was supported by 18 points from Jordan Dingle. AJ Brodeur had 6 assists in a losing cause for Pennsylvania, while AJ Brodeur grabbed 14 rebounds.
Villanova was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Villanova as they grabbed 36 boards, while Pennsylvania only had 26
Next game, Villanova takes its act on the road to face Saint Joseph's looking for another win. For Pennsylvania, they head home to face Widener.