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Villanova Defeats DePaul 79-64 - Recap
Villanova got 28 points from Collin Gillespie en route to a 79-64 victory over DePaul on Saturday at Wintrust Arena.
Bettors who backed Villanova were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks.
Villanova got 21 points from Justin Moore and another 11 points from Caleb Daniels. Collin Gillespie contributed 4 assists, while Justin Moore cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
DePaul got a 34-point performance from Javon Freeman-Liberty, who was supported by 12 points from David Jones. Jalen Terry had 4 assists in a losing cause for DePaul, while Brandon Johnson grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed DePaul were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
DePaul won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 29-26.
Villanova looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Xavier. DePaul will aim to get back on the winning track at Marquette.