Kansas 81, Villanova 65

Game Summary:

David McCormack had 25 points Saturday against Villanova, but none bigger were the 2 he got after rebounding a Christian Braun miss with 5:50 to go. This basket put KU up 8, and Nova would never get closer as KU put the game away during its final run. Ochai Agbaji was on fire from deep (6-7) from 3, and Jalen Wilson’s double-double (11 points, 12 rebounds) and solid defense earned him another quality game.

Both Mitch Lightfoot and Christian Braun did enough to add small value. Braun had a tough first half, but made three huge shots down the stretch to ice the game. Neither Martin nor Harris had great outings, and this was partly due to a difficult matchup at the guard positions.

The five reserves all posted positive games as well, with Joseph Yesufu forcing a turnover.

The TEAM score of +23.40 is KU’s fourth-best of the season, and second consecutive game with a +20 score. The team plays in the National Championship game next.