A must-see matchup between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Villanova Wildcats is set to take place in the upcoming Big 12-Big East Battle!
Cincinnati is led by returners Simas Lukosius, Jizzle James and Dan Skillings Jr, and transfer additions Connor Hickman and Arrinten Page.
Stay up to date with the most recent recruiting rumors and roster moves as the Bearcats try to create momentum heading into next season!
The inaugural Big 12 campaign came to an end with a 22-15 record after Cincinnati was ousted by Indiana State in the annual NIT quarterfinals.
A must-see matchup between the #Bearcats and Villanova is set for the 2024 Big East-Big 12 Battle! ⬇️
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) May 7, 2024
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Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats set to face Villanova in Big 12-Big East Battle
Hickman compiled a team-high 14.5 points and 3.4 rebounds per game on 40.2% shooting from beyond the arc in his junior year with Bradley.
James dropped a season-best 25 points in the first start of his career to help fuel the Bearcats to a blowout victory against Bradley in the NIT!
Page was a coveted 4-star prospect coming out of Wheeler High School and was the 4th highest ranked prospect from Georgia via 247 Sports.
Skillings scored a team-high 12.9 points and 6.4 rebounds per game including posting 25 points in the Big 12 Tournament upset over Kansas!