Nova faces Tennessee in early-season clash

Published Nov. 18, 2021 3:31 p.m. ET

Associated Press

Villanova (2-1) vs. Tennessee (2-0)

Hall of Fame Tip-Off Naismith , Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut; Saturday, 1 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Villanova and Tennessee are set to square off in a postseason game in Uncasville. Tennessee earned a 94-62 win over East Tennessee State on Sunday, while Villanova won easily 100-81 against Howard on Tuesday.

BIG MEN ON CAMPUS: The rugged Olivier Nkamhoua has put up a double-double (17 points and 11 rebounds) to lead the charge for the Volunteers. Kennedy Chandler is also a key facilitator, maintaining an average of 18 points and five assists per game. The Wildcats are led by Justin Moore, who is averaging 19 points.MIGHTY MOORE: Moore has connected on 58.8 percent of the 17 3-pointers he's attempted and has gone 10 for 17 over the last three games. He's also made 62.5 percent of his foul shots this season.

DID YOU KNOW: Both Villanova and Tennessee are ranked at the top of college basketball in terms of 3-point shooting. The Wildcats are ranked fourth in Division I with 13.7 3-pointers made per game this season while the Volunteers are ranked fifth at 13.5 per game.

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