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Villanova vs Syracuse Final: 67-53 - Recap

Justin Moore scored 18 points leading Villanova to a 67-53 victory over Syracuse at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday.

Villanova was the ATS victor, as they covered the -8.5-point spread as a favorite.

Collin Gillespie had 14 points for Villanova and Jermaine Samuels chipped in with 13 points. Collin Gillespie had 5 assists for them, while Jermaine Samuels was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Syracuse got 21 points from Jimmy Boeheim in a losing cause and another 11 points from Joseph Girard III. Joseph Girard III contributed 3 assists for them, while Cole Swider had 12 rebounds.

Villanova trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Villanova won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-28.

Villanova looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Baylor. Syracuse will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgetown University.