Upstart VCU takes aim at top seed Villanova in NIT opener

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No. 1 seed Villanova and VCU are turning the page after not hearing their names called during NCAA Tournament Selection Sunday.

The Wildcats (18-15) will host the Rams (22-13) in the opening round of the NIT on Wednesday night in Villanova, Pa.

The Wildcats ended up in the NIT for the second straight campaign after an up-and-down year.

They enjoyed early season marquee wins