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Brunson helps No. 4 Villanova hold off Providence 66-57

PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Jalen Brunson did not let his late turnover become the defining moment for No. 4 Villanova against Providence.

The Wildcats' budding star made up for his mistake with a steal on the other end and scored seven points in the final 1:38 on Wednesday night to help his team hold off Providence 66-57 and sweep the season series from the Friars.

Josh Hart added 17 points and eight rebounds for the Wildcats (21-2, 8-2 Big East), who led by as many as 13 in the second half before Providence turned up its defensive pressure and made a late run.