Temple vs. Villanova Preview VILLANOVA, PA (AP) – When Temple’s Ramone Moore bumped into some Villanova Wildcats in a concession stand line at a recent 76ers game, he may as well have announced to city hoops fans, “Get your popcorn ready.”
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Avalanche vs. Oilers Preview EDMONTON, Alb. (AP) – The Colorado Avalanche couldn’t avoid a third straight loss their last time out despite having their most shots on goal in eight years, as poor penalty killing cost them again. A matchup with the Edmonton Oilers could make that weakness a non-issue.
Canadiens vs. Lightning Preview TAMPA BAY, FL (AP) – The Montreal Canadiens have struggled on their season-high seven-game road trip. A matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning may not be the best way for them to end those woes.
Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Preview TORONTO, Ont. (AP) – Rick Nash turned in the type of performance in his last game that showed why Toronto Maple Leafs fans have long coveted the superstar.
Trail Blazers vs. Jazz Preview SALT LAKE CITY, UT (AP) – The Utah Jazz were in a slump offensively before they embarked on a four-game road trip more than a week ago, but they return home winners of three straight.
Hawks vs. Bucks Preview MILWAUKEE, WI (AP) – Earl Boykins may be a journeyman guard, but he is more than keeping the Milwaukee Bucks afloat during the extended absence of Brandon Jennings.
Mavericks vs. Thunder Preview OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (AP) – The Dallas Mavericks haven’t had much trouble winning lately, no matter the location. With another victory away from home, they’ll accomplish a feat they haven’t duplicated in more than eight years.
Tenn-Martin vs. Ohio State Preview COLUMBUS, OH (AP) – Off to its best start under coach Thad Matta, Ohio State appears to be the class of a competitive Big Ten.
UConn vs. Pittsburgh Preview PITTSBURGH, PA (AP) – Back in October, Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun didn’t like playing this game so early in the season. Especially in Pittsburgh. Or without another Big East game preceding it.
Northern Illinois vs. Missouri Preview COLUMBIA, MO (AP) – Missouri is the fifth-highest scoring team in Division I and its ability to score a lot of points quickly helped it escape with a victory in its last game.