Villanova picked up an impressive win against No. 9 Providence, 76-74, on Tuesday night at Finneran Pavilion. After being tied with the Friars at 24 in the first half, the ‘Cats used a 16-2 first half run to go up 40-26 at the break.
That run would prove to be crucial as the ‘Cats escaped a furious Providence comeback in the second half. The Friars heated up from long range to start. They never surpassed the 'Cats, but gave them a late scare at the end.
The 14-point lead at halftime was the largest for Villanova since the game against St.