Villanova Rallies Late to Defeat Butler, Extending Bulldogs' Losing Streak
The Wildcats erased a 13-point deficit with a 22-1 run in the final minutes, securing a 73-65 victory in Indianapolis.
- Villanova's Eric Dixon led the team with 28 points, maintaining his status as the NCAA's leading scorer, while Wooga Poplar contributed 18 points and 15 rebounds.
- The Wildcats (9-5, 2-1 Big East) ended the game on a decisive 22-1 run over the last five minutes to overcome Butler's 13-point lead.
- Butler (7-7, 0-3 Big East) suffered its sixth consecutive loss, failing to make a field goal in the final six minutes of the game.
- Jahmyl Telfort was a standout for Butler with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists but could not prevent the team's late collapse.
- Villanova will host DePaul and UConn in its next two conference games, while Butler travels to face St. John’s.