In this matchup of defense-oriented teams, the veteran Wildcats simply have more weapons. Look for Eric Dixon, Justin Moore and TJ Bamba -- all seniors -- to lead the way for a Wildcats team with a much higher ceiling. Villanova owns wins over Texas Tech, UNC and Creighton. Lay the points.

Two patient offenses have led to a low total -- too low for the loosey-goosey nature of the NIT. Villanova had a recent stretch when it hit 70 or more points in five of six games. VCU rang up 95, 73, 88 and 76 in a five-game span.The Wildcats figure to lead in the late minutes and, with their national best 81.4 percent foul shooting rate, should tack on enough free throws to take this one Over.