en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Villanova Wildcats Basketball News https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/news 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 Fri, 15 May 2026 20:45:14 GMT Tristan Freeman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56635087 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56635087 false false Regardless of how Nico Onyekwere’s role is perceived for the 2026-27 season, Villanova is still in need of two more centers. With all of the smoke around the recruitment of Italian big man Luigi Suigo, it appears that Onyekwere is viewed as no more than a back-up. That begs the next question: Is Onyekwere the […] Fri, 15 May 2026 14:51:48 GMT Matt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56630867 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56630867 false false In the cutthroat era of modern roster building, fear of the unknown often dictates a coaching staff’s recruiting strategy. But for Villanova head coach Kevin Willard, leaning directly into the uncertainty has placed the Wildcats in the driver’s seat for one of the most unique international prospects (potentially) on the market. Villanova is emerging as […] Thu, 14 May 2026 21:19:29 GMT Matt Sidney https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56623161 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56623161 false false Greg and the Matts will be answering your Villanova-related questions in a roundtable this weekend, so please submit them below! We look forward to the discussion. Thank you for participating. Thu, 14 May 2026 17:07:17 GMT Matt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56620173 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56620173 false false The New York Knicks are off to the Eastern Conference Finals once again after a sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers. The presence of Villanova is felt each time the Knicks step on the floor and it has been enhanced in the postseason. The Wildcat trio got to advance on the floor at Xfinity Mobile Arena, […] Thu, 14 May 2026 12:40:59 GMT Greg Patuto https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56617117 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56617117 false false There have been rumors for over a week now that Italian prospect Luigi Suigo could be taking his talents to the Main Line for the 2026-27 season, but we’ve received our most official report yet with DraftExpress’ Jonathan Givony stating “Mega’s Luigi Suigo measured 7’2.75 barefoot and 289 pounds at the NBA Draft Combine, with […] Tue, 12 May 2026 21:54:35 GMT Matt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56599102 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56599102 false false With tournament expansion making it easier than ever to make the Big Dance, two of the sport's top coaches are scheduling more aggressively Tue, 12 May 2026 14:39:38 GMT Matt Norlander https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56593583 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56593583 false false At one point in time, it seemed like the race for Favour Ibe was down to Florida International and Villanova. But as of late, Tennessee and Virginia started getting involved with the four-star recruit. Ibe has since made his decision official, choosing the Cavaliers over Villanova and others. With the reported return of Nico Onyekwere, […] Sat, 09 May 2026 20:17:47 GMT Matt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56567367 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56567367 false false The saga surrounding Italian center Luigi Suigo has been one that Villanova fans have kept a close eye on. Suigo is currently entered into the 2026 NBA Draft but has expressed interest in coming to college if he is not one of the top 20 picks — or at least in the first round. The […] Sat, 09 May 2026 16:48:33 GMT Greg Patuto https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56565608 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56565608 false false The NCAA Tournament has officially expanded to 76 teams. Regardless of your personal opinion on it, one thing is for sure — there is definitely no excuse for Kevin Willard and Villanova to be left out. Many publications are putting together projections following the news becoming official by the NCAA. This includes college hoops analyst […] Fri, 08 May 2026 18:32:57 GMT Greg Patuto https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56556346 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56556346 false false One of the most successful coaches of the last decade shares how he came up with his core values — and how he actually implemented them. Fri, 08 May 2026 10:43:45 GMT Jayson Jenks https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56551176 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56551176 true false It’s only May, but the ghost of that 9-seed loss to Utah State in 2026 is still lingering. For head coach Kevin Willard, the 2025-26 season was a resounding success — it proved the Villanova Wildcats could get back to the Big Dance — but the early exit left a what-if taste in everyone’s mouth. […] Thu, 07 May 2026 15:04:36 GMT Matt Sidney https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56541543 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56541543 false false The Wildcats have seemingly rounded out the backcourt in an official fashion now, with Darryl “Buddy” Simmons II being announced yesterday by the school. Kevin Willard said about Simmons II: Buddy is an experienced college guard who can score at all three levels. His ability to stretch the defense as a 3-point threat will make […] Thu, 07 May 2026 14:36:06 GMT Matt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56541190 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56541190 false false By JAMES MADDEN Villanova has officially signed […] The post appeared first on . Wed, 06 May 2026 23:15:20 GMT James Madden https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56535519 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/villanova-wildcats-basketball/articles/56535519 false false