Columbia Upsets Villanova with Strong Second-Half Performance

Columbia secured a 90-80 victory over Villanova, marking their first win against a Big East team since 2012.

Columbia's Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the team with 22 points, contributing key free throws and steals.
Villanova's Eric Dixon scored 33 points, surpassing the 1,500 career points milestone, but it wasn't enough to secure a win.
Columbia capitalized on Villanova's 12 turnovers, converting them into 21 points, which proved pivotal in the game's outcome.
Villanova struggled with bench contributions, scoring only 11 points compared to Columbia's 25 from their reserves.
Despite multiple lead changes in the second half, Columbia's defensive efforts held Villanova scoreless for over four minutes, sealing their victory.