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Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat! ✌️ Thanks @jalenbrunson1, @joshhart and @mikal_bridges for coming out to Nova Nation Tip-Off 2026! 👊

Tip times and TV info for the 2026-27 season have been announced! ✌️ Details: https://t.co/tFy7uYNbRT

Tipping off the season🔥✌️

Nova Nation, join us in wishing Happy Birthday to former player and current General Manager, @BakerDunleavy! ✌️🎉

Big East Preseason Honors 📝

Ryan Hammer🔨

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3Villanova 3 Marquette On the all conference teams Picked 3rd & 4th Huge for the Big East to have both of those teams make big jumps that are clearly expected of them. Think it happens too 📈

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Player Preview: Darryl Simmons II

Nova Nation will have lots of love for Buddy this year.

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Player Preview: Elijah Crawford

Villanova’s new starting point guard is expected to be a table-setter as a junior.

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“Around the Big East” Season Preview: St. John’s Red Storm

The Red Storm look to win third straight Big East title with heavy international flavor

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Player Preview: Adam Oumiddoch

The four-star freshman hopes to be a regular contributor from the start.

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How former Villanova star Cam Whitmore can finally stick in the NBA

Fourth time’s the charm.

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Player Preview: Carter Fisk

The freshman point guard has an uphill climb for playing time in year one.

Where there’s a Willard, there’s a way

ESPN’s worst-case prediction says plenty about Kevin Willard’s Year 2

The whole picture has now been completed

Villanova announces Big East schedule

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Every Team's Big East Schedule

Conference announces 2026-27 slates for men's programs 📲

The new additions kick off with the crown jewel of the transfer portal class

Player Preview: Kwame Evans Jr.

The Wildcats were one of five programs spotlighted by the CBS analyst

Villanova listed as a “program on the rise” by Jon Rothstein

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Player Preview: Nico Onyekwere

The third scholarship returnee looks to make himself known in year two

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Brunson Debunks Fake Rumor 😅

Villanova Knicks apparently got a new financial advisor

Building the Wildcats the Wright way.

CBS poll shows Kevin Willard has the right blueprint for Villanova

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Top Sports Cinderellas Ever 🪄

'85 Villanova and the most unexpected triumphs in sports 📲

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Villanova’s Matt Hodge timeline places early pressure on Kevin Willard’s frontcourt

Villanova forward Matt Hodge could remain sidelined until December as Kevin Willard prepares a frontcourt led by Kwame Evans Jr. and Luigi Suigo.

The redshirt sophomore is a major x-factor for Villanova

Player Preview: Matt Hodge

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Ranking the whopping 14 teams in play for 5-star class of 2027 PG Cayden Daughtry

Throughout the Spring and Summer AAU Circuit games and events, several future college basketball prospects performed well for their respective stocks. But there

The top-ranked freshman unfortunately will miss the season.

Key Villanova Opponent loses five-star to torn ACL

The 2026-27 player previews start in the most appropriate way possible

Player Preview: Tyler Perkins

The Wildcats have a long list of clutch moments in their history.

What Are The Best Shots In Villanova Basketball History?

The speculation can finally end

Villanova’s non-conference schedule revealed

It’s the Huss era in Omaha

“Around the Big East” Season Preview: Creighton Blue Jays

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Court Halts College Eligibility Ruling

Federal appeals court temporarily pauses order that would have granted extra year of eligibility (AP)

A busy week of scheduling news continues

Villanova will host Fairleigh Dickinson on Dec. 9

Former Villanova center commits to Oklahoma

Best of luck to Duke

Let’s break it down together!

The Top 10 Villanova Players In My Lifetime

One more announcement to go?

Villanova to host Coppin State on Nov. 24

Big East Moves Media Day 🍎

Jon Rothstein

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Big East Media Day will be on October 1st at the Marriott Marquis, per release.

The Wildcats will take on a familiar foe in New Jersey.

Villanova Schedules Exhibition Against Former Big East Foe

The center makes occasional visits to the Main Line

Joel Embiid met with current (and future?) Villanova centers on campus

The former Wildcat center has narrowed his list to a top five.

Ranking 5 Best Landing Spots For Duke Brennan

Needless to say this would be a pleasant surprise

Villanova makes Duke Brennan’s top five

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The top 5 teams that makes most sense for former Villanova big man Duke Brennan

There are a number of quality former college basketball seniors who are close to getting a 5th year, thanks to courts throughout the country arguing against the

Is this the right position for the Wildcats preseason?

Villanova Once Again On Outside Looking In On Rankings Projection

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Why Kwame Evans Jr. is Villanova’s most important team transfer for 2026-27

Expectations increase at Villanova and the Wildcats have some intriguing new talent, but we're looking at just why Kwame Evans Jr. is the most important .

The Wildcats remain in the mix for Brennan but is he a fit?

Duke Brennan Getting Interest From Multiple Teams For Fifth Year

The Villanova coach is doing the media rounds

Kevin Willard interview with John Fanta

Villanova should be in the Top 25 to begin the season.

Villanova Makes Cut In Major Analyst’s Rankings

The newest member of the Wildcats has arrived!

Luigi Suigo Has Arrived At Villanova

The early part of the schedule is slowly coming together

Villanova will play at Pittsburgh on Nov. 17

Villanova and Oregon could end up swapping big men

Oregon “zeroing in” on former Villanova center

Matt and Greg answer your questions

VUHoops Mailbag (AMA)

The Wildcats have had many draft picks over the years.

A List Of NBA Draft Picks Out Of Villanova

Feel free to fire away with (mostly) any question

AMA Time

There are multiple former Wildcats playing this summer.

An update on former Villanova standouts in the NBA Summer League

The Wildcats will “host” the Badgers just before Winter Break

Villanova set to face Wisconsin on December 12

Pitino looks to make second-year leap with talent infusion

“Around the Big East” Season Preview - Xavier Musketeers

UConn will once again be a problem

“Around the Big East” Season Preview: Connecticut Huskies

Willard discussed the new-look backcourt for 2026-27.

Kevin Willard shares thoughts on point guard position

This is the best DePaul roster in years

“Around the Big East” Season Preview - DePaul Blue Demons

The Wildcats have released new numbers for the upcoming season!

Villanova releases roster & jersey numbers for 2026-27 season

Willard does his first video interview in months

Summarizing Kevin Willard’s interview with Jon Rothstein

Could the Wildcats creep into the preseason rankings?

Will Villanova be slept on in College Basketball rankings?

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Top 15 college basketball teams that benefits most from NCAA's "5 for 5" eligibility rule

The big news in the past week was the NCAA's approval of a new age-based eligibility rule that will change athletics across all sports. The most important aspec

Dipping back into the transfer portal was a smart choice

“Around the Big East” Season Preview: Marquette Golden Eagles

Kevin Willard continues to hunt in future classes.

Villanova Recruiting: Wildcats attacking the top of 2028 class

Suigo will look to build his stock even more at Villanova.

Luigi Suigo highly-coveted in early 2027 NBA Mock Draft

High school recruiting never sleeps

Villanova makes multiple new offers this week

It’s been a divine offseason for PC

“Around the Big East” Season Preview: Providence Friars

The fan favorite is back for another round

Wade Chiddick to return for third season with the Wildcats

Did Jay Wright almost pass on Mikal Bridges out of high school?

Jay Wright shares how he almost did not recruit eventual Villanova great

The Wildcats continue to offer some big fish in multiple classes.

Villanova Recruiting: Wildcats makes multiple big-time offers

2026 Villanova opponent Michigan loses head coach to NBA

So, that’s a big deal.

There are currently eight former Wildcats on NBA rosters.

A look at the contract situations of Villanova Wildcats in the NBA

Collin Gillespie will remain in Phoenix for years to come.

Former Villanova great signs NBA contract extension

The first of ten in the “Around the Big East” series, assessing where the competition is at going into the new year.

“Around the Big East” Season Preview: Butler Bulldogs

Pic of Brunson in Crowd 👑

Man of the people

Luigi Suigo puts the finishing touches on “A+” Villanova offseason

Put it on the fridge.

Villanova was a major part of a NY memory that will live forever.

The New York Knicks championship run brings back memories to Villanova’s glory days

Just imagine he’s a high school kid!

It’s best to view Luigi Suigo as a one-and-done

NBA champs Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart with perfect strikes at Yankees game 🎥

Knicks Throw out 1st Pitch 🏆

Former Villanova HC compared Finals MVP's postseason success to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant

Jay Wright Hypes Brunson 🔥

Villanova legend calls Mike Brown 'perfect' choice to lead Knicks to championship

Jay Wright on NYK Title Run

KAT more supportive than Brunson. Watch here 📲

Mikal Bridges' IG Live 💀

The Brunson burner is lighting the way

Jalen Brunson’s title run inspires next generation of NBA guards

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Big East Basketball: Grades and recap of each teams 2026 offseason moves

Last year, all of Big East Basketball would’ve earned a “D” grade collectively. Just three teams made the NCAA Tournament out of 11, with none of the others eve

While he had hoped to stay in the Draft, Suigo is confident he made the right decision

Newest Wildcat Luigi Suigo speaks about his decision process

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Villanova Basketball rounds out successful offseason with 7'3 center Luigi Suigo

It was a very successful year for Coach Kevin Willard and Villanova Basketball, with 24 wins (15 in Big East play) and an NCAA Tournament berth. Among the posit

Forever linked to MJ, Magic, Kareem and more for completing this trifecta 📲

Brunson Joins ELITE Company 🐐

The 7’3” big man is a gamechanger for the Wildcats

Evvai! Luigi Suigo withdraws from NBA Draft, commits to Villanova

The Wildcats add some depth to the frontcourt

Villanova gets commitment from Towson forward Abdou Samb

The Italian star will make a decision soon and there is a hope among Villanova fans.

Luigi Suigo approaching deadline: Will it be Villanova?

Jay Wright with Josh Hart 🧡

NBA

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Josh Hart shares a moment with his @NovaMBB coach Jay Wright! The former national champ is up 3-1 in the NBA Finals!

Can the Nova boys bounce back in Game 4?

"Nova Knicks" NBA Finals Game 4: Open Thread

Villanova trio looks to gain 3-0 lead

"Nova Knicks" NBA Finals Game 3: Open Thread

Jalen Brunson is chasing Villanova history to become the first Wildcat to win NBA Finals MVP. Here is why his superstar trajectory is unprecedented.

Jalen Brunson is chasing Villanova history in NBA Finals

Knicks star has 1 word for NBA scouts that missed on him 🎥

Brunson Talks Draft Slide 😏

Silently made sure he knew how many national titles he won 🎥

Brunson Corrects KAT 🤣

Can the Nova boys take commanding 2-0 lead

"Nova Knicks" NBA Finals Game 2: Open Thread

Luigi Suigo's social media activity is fueling intense speculation about a Villanova commitment as the 7-foot-3 center makes his final NBA draft decision.

Luigi Suigo's social media activity fuels Villanova rumors

It's the French Luigi Suigo against the Villanova trio

"Nova Knicks" NBA Finals Game 1: Open Thread

The combo guard projects to be a developmental piece in year one

Villanova secures commitment from 2026 prospect Carter Fisk

Picking Villanova's Mount Rushmore since 2000 sounds easy until you start deciding which legends get left off the mountain.

The impossible task building Villanova's Mount Rushmore since 2000

Bridges helped the Wildcats win two National Championships during his career.

Wildcat Rewind: Mikal Bridges' 5 best games at Villanova

Villanova secured a top-20 transfer class from Busting Brackets, proving Kevin Willard is fully embracing the chaos of modern college hoops to save the program.

Villanova's transfer portal ranking signals a major shift on the Main Line

The Wildcats will wait longer on a decision from Luigi Suigo.

Villanova awaits decision from major target as first deadline arrives

Do the Wildcats just need depth, or is a piece missing?

Where does Villanova stand with the forward depth?

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NCAA Basketball Top 25 Transfer Class Rankings for 2026 Offseason

Evaluating the best transfer classes from this past offseason and looking at how these teams may stack up heading into the 2026-27 college basketball season.

The group appears solidified, but should it be?

Is Villanova set in the backcourt?

Acaden Lewis Staying in School

Jon Rothstein

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Source: Miami’s Acaden Lewis has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft and will return to school next season. Transfer from Villanova.

Luigi watch should be nearing its end

Luigi Suigo outside of the first round in latest CBS Mock Draft

Kevin Willard has offers out to many big fish in recruiting cycles.

Villanova Recruiting Update: Wildcats remain interested in big names

Villanova gets in early on the class of 2028 by extending a scholarship offer to explosive West Nottingham guard Mazari Browne.

Villanova beats high majors to the punch with offer to Mazari Browne

The former Wildcat center is beginning to gain some interest from teams at the next level.

Duke Brennan working out for Detroit Pistons as interest heats up

The Wildcats look to renew a rivalry in Lawrence

Villanova schedules home-and-home with Kansas

The 2029 class connections are starting to trickle in

Villanova offers 2029 center Mason Grivna

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Big East Basketball: St. John's, Providence among top teams in 2026-27 way-too-early power rankings

The 2025-26 campaign for Big East Basketball was one the league will probably want to forget. UConn and St. John's proved to be as good as advertised, while Vil

Potential Steals in NBA Draft 🔥

These mid-to-late lotto picks can REALLY help a team next season...

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Analyzing center prospect Luigi Suigo's potential fits with BYU and Villanova

One of the biggest storylines throughout college basketball has been the importance of frontcourt players in the transfer portal. Any big man with the slightest

Kevin Willard out-maneuvers blue bloods to put Nova in driver's seat for Luigi Suigo

Itsumi! ...Luigi

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Writer roundtable on tap

Brunson put together an all-time career at Villanova during his three years.

Wildcat Rewind: Jalen Brunson's 5 best games at Villanova

NCAA Tournament Expansion Explained 🗣️

Everything you need to know about the new 76-team bracket

There's seemingly more momentum towards locking down a starting center

Luigi Suigo "appears to be Villanova-bound"

Will Luigi Suigo opt to remain in the draft or come to college?

Major Villanova target projected as first-round pick in 2026 NBA Draft

NBA Draft: Stay or Go Back to College? 🤔

Making decisions for biggest names ahead of deadline 🎥

The Wildcats were slated as a 12 seed in recent predictions.

Villanova receives dull projection for 2027 NCAA Tournament

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7 Biggest Questions About the NCAA Tournament Expansion 🤔

Considering what the ramifications are for 76 teams entering the Big Dance ➡️

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NCAA Expansion Official

76-team tournaments for men's and women's college basketball will start next year. New bracket format here 📲

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March Madness Day 1 Takeaways ✍️

🧑‍🏫 Duke learns lesson 🤩 Dybantsa shines despite loss 📲 Breaking down Thursday's games

Villanova lands as a 10 seed in early bracketology after a wild offseason as Kevin Willard rebuilds the roster with a mix of transfers and returning pieces.

Way too early 2027 bracketology has Villanova dancing again

Nova Nation should be excited about this one

Darryl "Buddy" Simmons II officially signs with Villanova

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em.

Two former Wildcats now key pieces for way-too-early top 25 teams

The plan is starting to come together

Elijah Crawford is the latest to officially ink for the upcoming season

The Wildcats are in pursuit of their next big-time center.

Will Luigi Suigo commit? Villanova target shares cryptic sign during video

Posting this for no reason whatseover

With all of this center talk, who are the tallest 'Cats of all time?

Ranking Top-5 CBB Teams 👀

Big moves in the transfer portal so far... 📈

Villanova guy through and through

Tyler Perkins has arthroscopic surgery on right shoulder, should be fully participating by summer

Tyler Perkins' All-Big 5 honor hints at something bigger for Villanova

Hart and soul.

The Wildcats could look internationally for another big man.

Who's Next? Villanova watches another center go off the board

Some semblance of order in college athletics?

NCAA releases statement on potential "5 in 5" eligibility

Portal Kombat giveth, Portal Kombat taketh

With the transfer portal officially closed, it's time for a check-in

Providence Lands G-Town Star

Joe Tipton

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NEWS: Georgetown transfer guard Malik Mack has committed to Providence, a source told @On3. The 6-2 junior averaged 13.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game this season. https://t.co/P2CLLLO2iq

The Wildcats have added many new pieces for the 2026-27 season.

Villanova thriving in transfer portal during new era of college basketball

Villanova gets a needed boost as Nico Onyekwere withdraws from the transfer portal and returns to the Wildcats for next season

Villanova adds size back to roster as 7 footer withdraws from portal

A B. Simmons who can shoot in southeastern Pennsylvania

Another one: Villanova gets commitment from Darryl “Buddy” Simmons II

Big East Commish Retires

USA TODAY Sports

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Big East revival architect Val Ackerman to retire after 13 monumental years as commissioner 🔗: https://t.co/O8xKoHdzOY 📷: Sam Greene/The Enquirer/USA TODAY NETWORK

The Wildcats have their point guard

Elijah Crawford commits to Villanova

Early landing spots emerging for former Villanova guard

Third time’s the charm.

The guard trades in his big red for the blue and white

Jake Fiegen commits to Villanova

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Pope Inspires CBB Games in Rome

How Villanova alum influenced Nova-Notre Dame games this November