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Villanova’s seniors demolish Colorado’s returning crew in CBB Crown’s first round

Villanova defeated Colorado 85-64 in the first round of the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas on Tuesday.
Kyle Neptune's dismissal led to Mike Nardi becoming the interim coach for Villanova.
Wooga Poplar led Villanova with 24 points, while Eric Dixon added 22, and Jordan Longino had 13.
Eric Dixon's 22 points brought his career total to 2,257, surpassing Kerry Kittles' previous record of 2,243 points.
With a 20-14 record, Villanova will face Southern California, who recently routed Tulane 89-60, in the next round.

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Men’s basketball notes: New foundation ready to take over for CU Buffs

It happened a few weeks later than expected, but Andrej Jakimovski reached the end of his lengthy college basketball career. The extended finish line finally arrived on Tuesday, as the Colorado men’s basketball team dropped an 85-64 decision against Villanova in the first round of the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas. Related Articles Men’s basketball: Postseason ends quickly for CU Buffs against Villanova Men…

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Villanova’s seniors demolish Colorado’s returning crew in CBB Crown’s first round

The Colorado Buffaloes had a quick stop in Las Vegas after quickly finding themselves down against an older, experienced Villanova team in the first round of the College Basketball Crown.

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Eric Dixon breaks Villanova's career scoring mark in win over Colorado

Eric Dixon scored 22 points to become the all-time leading scorer in Villanova history, guiding the Wildcats past Colorado 85-64 on Tuesday in the first round of the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas.

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Eric Dixon sets scoring record as Villanova tops Colorado in College Basketball Crown

Eric Dixon is finally, officially, the leading scorer in Villanova men’s basketball history. Dixon scored 22 points Tuesday night, leading Villanova to an 85-64 win over Colorado in the first round of the College Basketball Crown in Las Vegas. Dixon hit a 12-foot jumper after an up-and-under move with 3:55 left in the first half to pass Kerry Kittles’ tally of 2,243 points, accumulated from 1992-96. Dixon is the ninth player in Villanova history…

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Dixon's Big NIght Helps Carry 'Cats Past Colorado 85-64 - Villanova University

Mike Nardi earned his first coaching win Tuesday in Las Vegas

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Dixon Sets Scoring Record as Villanova Rolls Past Colorado 85-64

In a commanding performance, Villanova defeated Colorado 85-64, marking a significant day in Wildcats history. The game coincided with the 40th anniversary of Villanova's iconic upset over Georgetown in the 1985 NCAA Final. Eric Dixon achieved a milestone by becoming the all-time leading scorer in Villanova history, contributing 22 points alongside strong performances from teammates. Interim Head Coach Mike Nardi secured his first victory, refle…

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