NEW ORLEANS — Before Villanova jogged onto a basketball court laid down inside a football stadium, the Wildcats gathered in a tunnel outside their temporary locker room. Blocked off by security guards, they huddled close and took turns screaming. Let’s f------ go! We know what this s--- is! Stay together! Believe! They turned and headed out, together, hearts full of determination and resolve, ready to seize a game few thought they had a chance to win.
Were this an underdog sports movie, the scene would have made for a good open, or climax.