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NCAA Basketball: What does the top 25 look like before Christmas?

By Doug Winkey

Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 6, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats forward Kris Jenkins (2) reacts with forward Darryl Reynolds (45) after a stop against the La Salle Explorers during the first half at Palestra. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 6, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats forward Kris Jenkins (2) reacts with forward Darryl Reynolds (45) after a stop against the La Salle Explorers during the first half at Palestra. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Villanova Wildcats

Previous Ranking: 1

Record: 11-0

Nova is the Big 5 champion after downing Temple. They host American before getting DePaul to start of Big East play. Villanova is looking strong to repeat as national champions right now.

Next: Previewing Kentucky versus Louisville

Josh Hart lit up the Owls to the tune of 26 points after scoring 37 against Notre Dame. The senior’s experience and leadership have paid dividends for Jay Wright and the Wildcats. The team has plenty of other scoring options as well. The Big East is tough, but Villanova won’t be easy to take down this season.

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