St. John’s Clinches Share of Big East Title, First Since 1992
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — RJ Luis Jr.’s 24 points propelled No. 7 St. John’s to a 76-70 victory over Butler Wednesday, securing at least a share of the Big East regular-season title for the red Storm – their first since 1992.
Red Storm Extends Winning Streak, Eyes Outright Championship
With the win, St. John’s extended its winning streak against Butler to five games and improved its chances of claiming the outright Big East championship. They can clinch the title outright with a victory over Seton Hall on saturday at Madison Square Garden – their first outright title since 1985.
Tight First Half, Butler’s Fight
st. John’s maintained a narrow lead for much of the first half, taking a 34-26 advantage after hitting 6 of 8 field goal attempts. The Red Storm led by as many as 10, but Butler closed the gap to 38-32 by halftime. Luis led St. John’s with 12 first-half points, matching butler’s Pierre Brooks II, who scored all of his 12 points before the break. Butler struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 3-for-16 in the first half.
Bulldogs Rally, Red Storm Respond
Midway through the second half, Butler mounted a comeback, going on a 7-0 run to tie the game at 51 with just over 11 minutes remaining. The Bulldogs briefly took the lead on a three-point play by Kolby king. With 1:29 left to play and Butler within two points, Ejiofor scored a crucial basket in the paint to put St. John’s ahead by four. The Red Storm then sealed the victory with solid defense and free throws.
Butler’s Top Performers
Jahmyl Telfort led Butler with 13 points and seven rebounds, while Pierre Brooks II and Boden Kapke each contributed 12 points.
When can St. JohnS secure the outright Big East championship, and what opponent will they face in this crucial game?
St. John’s Clinches Share of Big East Title, First Since 1992
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — RJ Luis Jr.’s 24 points propelled No. 7 St. John’s to a 76-70 victory over Butler Wednesday, securing at least a share of the Big East regular-season title for the red storm – their first since 1992.
Red Storm Extends Winning Streak, Eyes Outright Championship
With the win, St. John’s extended its winning streak against Butler to five games and improved its chances of claiming the outright Big East championship. They can clinch the title outright with a victory over Seton Hall on saturday at Madison Square Garden – their first outright title since 1985.
tight First Half, Butler’s Fight
st. John’s maintained a narrow lead for much of the first half, taking a 34-26 advantage after hitting 6 of 8 field goal attempts. The Red Storm led by as many as 10, but Butler closed the gap to 38-32 by halftime. Luis led St. John’s with 12 first-half points, matching butler’s Pierre Brooks II, who scored all of his 12 points before the break. Butler struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 3-for-16 in the first half.
Bulldogs Rally, Red Storm Respond
Midway through the second half, Butler mounted a comeback, going on a 7-0 run to tie the game at 51 with just over 11 minutes remaining. the Bulldogs briefly took the lead on a three-point play by Kolby king. With 1:29 left to play and Butler within two points, Ejiofor scored a crucial basket in the paint to put St. John’s ahead by four. The Red Storm then sealed the victory with solid defense and free throws.
Butler’s Top Performers
Jahmyl Telfort led Butler with 13 points and seven rebounds, while Pierre Brooks II and Boden Kapke each contributed 12 points.
St.John’s Big East Title: Q&A
Q: When was the last time St. John’s won a share of the Big East title?
A: 1992. This recent victory marks the end of a 32-year drought.
Q: what’s the significance of this victory over Butler?
A: It secured at least a share of the Big East regular season title and extended St. John’s winning streak against Butler to five games.
Q: When can St. John’s win the outright Big East title?
A: With a win against Seton Hall at Madison Square Garden on Saturday. This would be their first outright title as 1985. This game is expected to be a sell out!
Q: Who were the key players for St. John’s and Butler in this game?
A: RJ Luis Jr. led St. John’s with 24 points. For Butler, Jahmyl Telfort had 13 points and 7 rebounds, while Pierre Brooks II and Boden Kapke each scored 12 points.
Q: What was the turning point in the game?
A: Ejiofor’s crucial basket in the paint with 1:29 left to play, putting St.John’s up by four points after Butler tied the game.
Witness history in the making: Tune in to see if St.John’s can capture the outright Big East title this Saturday!
