Villanova overcame its slow start in the first half and made a complete turnaround in the second, going on to win 60-50.
The ‘Cats trailed at halftime, 27-24, which was scarily similar to Friday’s Temple loss, but this time they shot 0-for-16 in the first half from the three-point line.
Delaware State played well and stayed consistent with its shots and hung on tight with Villanova.
Eric Dixon led the way with 17 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks. Brandon Slater provided 15 points, with a perfect 12-for-12 shooting performance at the free throw line, and had five boards and three assists.