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Providence Friars vs Villanova Wildcats Wrap - Providence Wins 58-54

Villanova was burned for 27 points by Luwane Pipkins on Saturday as Providence picked up a 58-54 win at Wells Fargo Center.

Bettors who backed Providence were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.5 at sportsbooks.

Maliek White had 15 points for Providence and Kalif Young chipped in with 6 points. Alpha Diallo had 2 assists for them, while Kalif Young was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Villanova got 13 points from Collin Gillespie in a losing cause and another 11 points from Saddiq Bey. Collin Gillespie contributed 3 assists for them, while Jeremiah Robinson-Earl had 11 rebounds.

Providence led at halftime, 30-19.

Villanova had a 35-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Providence heads into a battle against Xavier. Villanova, meanwhile, will have their next action against Seton Hall.