CINCINNATI (Interstat) — Christian Jeffrey scored 26 points to lead Villanova to a 92-89 overtime victory over Xavier in a Big East men’s basketball game Tuesday night at Cintas Center.

The Wildcats, who led 43-42 at halftime, needed an extra period after the teams finished regulation tied at 81. Villanova outscored Xavier 11-8 in overtime to secure the road win. Anthony Robinson led the Musketeers with 22 points and 10 rebounds.

Villanova improved to 21-5 overall. Xavier fell to 13-13. A crowd of 9,439 attended the game.