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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / April 4
Eric Dixon, Villanova aim to subdue UCF in Crown semis
Eric Dixon looks to lead Villanova to the finals of the College Basketball Crown when they face Darius Johnson and UCF on Saturday in Las Vegas. Dixon became the Wildcats' all-time career scoring leader Thursday by recording 24 of his 28 points in the second half of a 60-59 victory over Southern California.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / April 4
Eric Dixon helps Villanova edge USC
Eric Dixon scored 24 of his 28 points in the second half, including the go-ahead free throw with 18 seconds remaining, and Villanova outlasted Southern California 60-59 in the quarterfinal round of the College Basketball Crown on Thursday in Las Vegas.
College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / April 3
USC Playing with House Money Against Villanova in Crown: Trojans Meet Wildcats in Second Round of Tournament in Las Vegas
For some teams, the newly formed College Basketball Crown and the NIT are not good fits. Whether because of coaching changes, heavy transfers, or injuries, these postseason tournaments are not beneficial to every program.
The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz
The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / April 2
Eric Dixon breaks Villanova's career scoring mark in win over Colorado
Eric Dixon scored 22 points to become the all-time leading scorer in Villanova history, guiding the Wildcats past Colorado 85-64 on Tuesday in the first round of the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas.
College Basketball News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 29
Analyst Predicts Colorado Buffaloes' Fate In Inaugural College Basketball Crown
In the eyes of Fox Sports analyst John Fanta, the Colorado Buffaloes' run in the inaugural College Basketball Crown postseason tournament will be short-lived.
College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 21
Villanova Draft Prospects Get Knicks Scouting Report
March Madness is now in full swing, with several teams already having played their first game of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. However, the Villanova Wildcats won’t be among the teams hoops fans get to see, as they went 19-14 in 2024-25.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 13
Villanova gets going in second half, puts away Seton Hall
NEW YORK -- Eric Dixon scored all 19 of his points in the second half, including 11 during a decisive run, as sixth-seeded Villanova got past 11th-seed Seton Hall 67-55 in the opening round of the Big East tournament on Wednesday night.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 11
Seton Hall must find an answer for Villanova's Eric Dixon
NEW YORK -- Villanova's Eric Dixon is the nation's top scorer and the Big East's top 3-point shooter. Despite Dixon's individual success, the sixth-seeded Wildcats are barely on the NCAA Tournament bubble heading into Wednesday night's Big East tournament opener against 11th-seeded Seton Hall.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 3
Villanova takes 3-game win streak into finale at Georgetown
Surging Villanova will try to end the regular season on a four-game winning streak when it faces Georgetown on Tuesday night in Washington. The Wildcats (18-12, 11-8 Big East) once again relied heavily on Eric Dixon, the nation's leading scorer at 23.6 ppg, in going 2-0 last week.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 1
Eric Dixon scores 34 as Villanova gets past Butler
Eric Dixon scored 34 points with seven rebounds and three assists on senior day to lead Villanova to an 80-70 win over visiting Butler on Saturday afternoon.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 28
Villanova out to continue recent dominance over Butler
Villanova looks to extend a two-game win streak when it welcomes visiting Butler for an early Saturday afternoon tip. The Wildcats (17-12, 10-8 Big East) took down Marquette in dominating fashion at home last Friday before squeaking out a 59-54 victory on the road at Seton Hall on Wednesday night.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 26
Eric Dixon leads Villanova's rally past Seton Hall
Eric Dixon scored 25 of his 32 points in the second half and Villanova kept its faint NCAA Tournament hopes alive by charging back to beat host Seton Hall 59-54 on Wednesday in Newark, N.J.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 21
Villanova upsets No. 16 Marquette behind 3-point barrage
Eric Dixon scored 23 points and Jhamir Brickus added 21 as host Villanova used a 3-point shooting assault to take down No. 16 Marquette 81-66 on Friday night.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 21
How mercurial Villanova upset another ranked team
Villanova kept its hopes alive for an at-large bid in the NCAA Tournament.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 17
UConn out to regroup, dent Villanova's NCAA tourney hopes
The drop-off in UConn's play from last season is evident and perhaps highlighted by Alex Karaban's admission after a disappointing overtime loss at Seton Hall on Saturday.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 9
Eric Dixon takes charge after halftime as Villanova tops Xavier
Eric Dixon poured in 24 points, Wooga Poplar 23 and Tyler Perkins 20 for Villanova, which broke away in the second half for an 80-68 win over visiting Xavier on Sunday in Philadelphia.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 4
Villanova seeks rise in Big East standings, takes on DePaul
Two struggling Big East squads will battle Wednesday in Chicago as Villanova looks to its formidable one-two punch of Eric Dixon and Wooga Poplar when it faces DePaul.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 25
Stevie Mitchell, No. 10 Marquette handle Villanova
Stevie Mitchell had 21 points and Chase Ross added 18 as No. 10 Marquette clamped down on the nation's top scorer en route to an 87-74 Big East victory over Villanova on Friday night in Milwaukee.
College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / January 21
Watch: Wooga Poplar Missed Punch Almost Causes Fight Between Villanova And Georgetown
Villanova’s Wooga Poplar was ejected following a confrontation with Georgetown’s Thomas Sorber on Monday. Poplar was called for a flagrant 2 foul after throwing a forearm at Sorber early in the game.
College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / January 20
Georgetown's Thomas Sorber, Villanova's Eric Dixon Prepare to Match Up
In a Big East matchup this evening, Georgetown seeks a much-needed bounce-back win against Villanova. While both teams have been somewhat underwhelming so far this season, each is headlined by a very intriguing NBA draft prospect who could use a big performance tonight.
College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / January 12
Villanova’s Dixon Still #1 Scorer in NCAA
Villanova Wildcat Eric Dixon has continued to defy expectations and cement himself as the NCAA’s leading scorer this year. The 6’8″ forward has garnered a lot of attention this season for not only his scoring prowess, but his increased overall significance to a school that has been yearning for success.
College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / December 11
NBA Draft: Villanova's Eric Dixon Shines as Elite Scorer With Versatile Game
Villanova currently sits at 6-4 on the season following an extremely bumpy start over their first seven games, but they have recently looked like they are finding their identity after rolling to three straight victories.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 3
Unranked Villanova takes down No. 14 Cincinnati behind Eric Dixon's big night
Villanova was led by the nation's second-leading scorer Eric Dixon, who posted 31 points.
College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / October 15
NBA Draft: Villanova’s Eric Dixon Looks to Build on Previous Productivity
Productive forwards with well-rounded games consistently make noise leading up to NBA drafts. This year will be no different, as several players are set to return to school with hopes of building on their already impressive collegiate careers.
College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / May 29
Several key players withdraw from NBA Draft
The deadline is looming for early entrants to withdraw from the 2024 NBA draft and retain their NCAA eligibility. Several impact players have recently announced they are taking that route.
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