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Villanova Survives Xavier in Big East Overtime Thriller
Acaden Lewis scored 21 points with key overtime baskets and Bryce Lindsay hit a go-ahead 3-pointer as Villanova improved to 7-1 in Big East road games.
- On Tuesday in Cincinnati, Villanova defeated Xavier 92-89 in overtime after regulation ended tied at 81.
- Having rebounded from last season, Villanova, under first-year coach Kevin Willard, is 7-1 in Big East road games this year.
- Acaden Lewis paced Villanova with 21 points, including five in overtime, plus seven rebounds, six assists and four steals, while Bryce Lindsay hit a 3-pointer midway through overtime and finished with 15 points.
- The Villanova Wildcats' streak reached six wins as Lewis's late baskets and 2-for-4 free throws in the final nine seconds secured the victory.
- As March looms, the win boosts Villanova's late-season momentum, while Xavier's Tre Carroll scored 28 points with 10 rebounds and Jovan Milicevic added 20 points, nine rebounds.
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Acaden Lewis leads road warriors Villanova to overtime win vs. Xavier
By The Associated Press CINCINNATI — Acaden Lewis scored 21 points, including five in the overtime, as Villanova knocked off Xavier 92-89 Tuesday night. Lewis also contributed seven rebounds, six assists, and four steals for the Wildcats (21-5, 12-3 Big East). Tyler Perkins scored 17 points, and Bryce Lindsay added 15 points. The Wildcats picked up their sixth straight victory and are 7-1 in Big East road games this year. Tre Carroll finished wi…
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