Big East giants Villanova and No. 2 UConn clash

While Villanova's improvement from recent seasons is putting them within striking distance of the Big East lead, while surviving a few close calls allowed No. 2 UConn to maintain its lead and 14-game winning streak.

The Wildcats hope to draw even more notice about its strong season Saturday afternoon when it attempts to knock off the Huskies in Hartford, Conn.

"We're gonna have to defend at a high level, but more importantly, we have to rebound on the road. Really, really good basketball...