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Charleston Classic: Wake Forest vs. Villanova preview - Can the #3 ‘Cats withstand ACC Challenger?

After coming off of their sluggish opening round win against Western Michigan, the #4 Villanova Wildcats will face off with the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Friday afternoon, looking to advance to the Finals of the Charleston Classic.

Wake is now 3-0 on the season after an impressive 103-81 win against UTEP in their tournament opener. Coach Danny Manning has a young, talented squad that is looking to take a big step forward in his 3rd year at the helm. Here are some keys to the game:

Containing the Bigs…Again

While the ‘Cats were able to squeak out a tough 3-point road victory over Purdue on Monday night, their perceived weakness may have been exposed by Caleb Swanigan and Isaac Haas combining for 42 points in 51 minutes.