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What to watch between Michigan, Villanova in NCAA title game

Villanova head coach Jay Wright, left, and Michigan head coach John Beilein greet each other after an interview for CBS Sports Network's "We Need to Talk" show before the championship game of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 1, 2018, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Villanova head coach Jay Wright, left, and Michigan head coach John Beilein greet each other after an interview for CBS Sports Network's "We Need to Talk" show before the championship game of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 1, 2018, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) Villanova head coach Jay Wright, left, and Michigan head coach John Beilein greet each other after an interview for CBS Sports Network's "We Need to Talk" show before the championship game of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 1, 2018, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

SAN ANTONIO (AP) – A wild, entertaining season and one of the maddest Marches in college basketball history has reached its pinnacle.

Villanova and Michigan, prolific offense vs. stifling defense, a national title on the line, Monday night in San Antonio.

The Wildcats and their horde of long-range shooters are playing for their second title in three years, a chance to establish a mini dynasty. The Wolverines are after their first title since 1989, hoping to grasp the trophy that slipped through coach John Beilein’s fingers in 2013.

Before you kick back in the barcalounger, check out these story lines to keep an eye on:

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