Defensive Intensity. Rugged Physicality. Timely shotmaking. St. John’s has the ingredients of a Big East champion, and Rick Pitino isn’t going to allow his team to let up.
Kadary Richmond and RJ Luis combined to score 16 of the final 20 points Friday night for No. 12 St. John's, which overcame a 14-point first-half deficit to beat No. 19 UConn 68-62 in Storrs, Conn.
BOTTOM LINE: Loren Christie and Xavier take on Lashae Dwyer and St. John’s on Sunday. The Red Storm have gone 6-5 at home. St. John’s is ninth in the Big East scoring 61.3 points while shooting 42.2% ...