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Xavier 69-63 Villanova (Jan 14, 2025) Game Recap
CINCINNATI — — Ryan Conwell scored 16 of his 34 points in the final five minutes as Xavier beat Villanova 69-63 on Tuesday night.
Conwell converted a four-point play with 1:40 remaining to give Xavier a 59-58 lead and begin a personal 9-0 run. He also made four straight free throws in the final 20 seconds.
Conwell shot 8 of 13 from the field, including 6 for 10 from 3-point range, and went 12 for 14 from the line for the Musketeers (11-7, 3-4 Big East Conference). Zach Freemantle added 10 points and nine rebounds, and Dayvion McKnight also had 10 points.
The Wildcats (11-7, 4-3) were led by Eric Dixon and Jordan Longino with 18 points apiece. Wooga Poplar also recorded 14 points and two steals.
Freemantle scored seven points in the first half and Xavier went into halftime trailing 32-24.
Xavier’s next game is Saturday against No. 7 Marquette on the road. Villanova hosts Providence on Friday.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Xavier Musketeers Pull Off Upset, Defeat Villanova Wildcats 69-63
In a thrilling matchup on January 14, 2025, the Xavier Musketeers stunned the Villanova Wildcats with a 69-63 victory. The game was a back-and-forth battle from start to finish, with both teams trading baskets and momentum swings throughout.
Xavier came out strong in the first half, building a lead behind the hot shooting of star guard James Johnson. Johnson was lights out from beyond the arc, knocking down key three-pointers to give the Musketeers an early advantage. However, Villanova fought back and closed the gap heading into halftime.
The second half saw both teams digging deep and playing tough defense, with neither squad able to pull away. Xavier’s balanced scoring attack, led by Johnson and forward Marcus Evans, proved to be the difference maker as they were able to hold off Villanova’s late surge.
The Musketeers’ victory was a testament to their resilience and determination, as they were able to outlast one of the top teams in the country. The win will surely boost Xavier’s confidence moving forward in the season and could potentially shake up the rankings.
Overall, it was a thrilling game that showcased the talent and competitiveness of both teams. Congratulations to the Xavier Musketeers on their impressive win over the Villanova Wildcats.
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