In 4th straight win, Villanova’s late surge sinks Marquette

Tyler Perkins scored 22 points and Villanova closed on an 11-2 run to defeat visiting Marquette 77-74 on Tuesday.

Acaden Lewis contributed 15 points, while Matt Hodge added 13 for the Wildcats (19-5, 10-3 Big East), who posted their fourth straight win. Villanova overcame 39% shooting from the field and an 18-of-31 effort from the foul line to sweep the regular-season series.

The Golden Eagles (9-16, 4-10) appeared ready to win on the road for the first time this season but managed only two points in the final three minutes.