Eric Dixon Scores 27 as Villanova Defeats Fairleigh Dickinson 86-72

Villanova secures its fourth consecutive win with a strong performance led by Dixon, maintaining momentum ahead of Big East play.

Eric Dixon led Villanova with 27 points, shooting 9-of-13 from the field and 8-of-10 from the free-throw line.
Villanova improved to 7-4 on the season, marking its fourth straight win in nonconference play.
Wooga Poplar contributed 19 points, and Jhamir Brickus added a double-double with 10 points and 10 assists for the Wildcats.
Fairleigh Dickinson, now 4-8, struggled on the road and remains winless in away games this season.
Villanova's efficient offense included 64% shooting in the first half, helping establish a 45-36 halftime lead.