DePaul vs Villanova Recap - Villanova Wins 87-71
DePaul vs Villanova Recap - Villanova Wins 87-71
Villanova earned an 87-71 victory over DePaul on Sunday, getting 21 points from Maalik Wayns at Villanova Pavilion.
Bettors who backed Villanova were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of 8.5 at sportsbooks.
Villanova got 20 points from Dominic Cheek and another 14 points from Mouphtaou Yarou. Tyrone Johnson contributed 5 assists, while Maalik Wayns cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
DePaul got a 22-point performance from Brandon Young, who was supported by 19 points from Cleveland Melvin. Brandon Young had 6 assists in a losing cause for DePaul, while Cleveland Melvin grabbed 4 rebounds.
Villanova hit the break leading 48-36 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Villanova as they grabbed 45 boards, while DePaul only had 23.
