St. John’s is rewriting history. The Red Storm are playing their best basketball in years. They are proving everyone wrong. They are showing why they belong at the top. The Big East Tournament has been their stage, and Madison Square Garden is their home. Fans are watching something special unfold. This team is built for big moments. The confidence is there. The energy is electric. The momentum is real.
St. John’s Play at Madison Square and Deliver a Dominant Win Against Butler to Advance to the Big East Semifinals in Front of a Fired-Up Crowd
The quarterfinals were never in doubt. St. John’s crushed Butler 78-57. They played with purpose. They played with urgency. The Red Storm controlled the game from the start. RJ Luis Jr. led the charge with 20 points. He attacked the basket and hit key shots. He set the tone for his teammates.
Kadary Richmond was everywhere. He finished with 15 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. One game earlier, he recorded the first triple-double for St. John’s in over 20 years. He nearly did it again. His ability to impact the game in so many ways is why this team is so dangerous. Aaron Scott also stepped up with 15 points. Everyone contributed. Everyone played their role. This was a team win.
The Red Storm opened with a 15-0 run. Butler never recovered. The defense was locked in. The offense kept attacking. St. John’s stayed aggressive. They kept pushing. They never gave Butler a chance to gain any confidence. St. John’s closed out the game the way great teams do. They did not let up. They finished strong.
Reach the Semifinals Again as Rick Pitino Continues to Lead One of the Most Impressive Turnarounds in College Basketball
For 23 years, St. John’s could not make it past the Big East quarterfinals. That frustration is over. They have now reached the semifinals two years in a row. Rick Pitino has changed everything. He has built a winning culture. He has brought a championship mindset back to the program.
St. John’s is the top seed in the Big East Tournament for the first time since 1986. That is no small feat. They won the Big East regular-season title for the first time in 40 years. That is a testament to how far this team has come. They are no longer underdogs. But they are contenders. They are playing like a team that expects to win.
The next challenge is just as big. They will face either No. 4 seed Xavier or No. 5 seed Marquette in the semifinals. St. John’s swept both teams in the regular season. But both games went to overtime. They know the battle ahead will not be easy. They will have to be at their best. Also they will have to match the intensity. They are ready for it.
St. John’s Play at Madison Square and Extend Their Perfect Home Record With Another Big Win in Front of Their Loud and Loyal Fanbase
There is something special about playing at The Garden. St. John’s is undefeated at home. They are 19-0 on their home court. That includes a perfect 10-0 record at Madison Square Garden. The last time they went unbeaten at home? The 1931-32 season. This team is making history.
The fans are bringing the energy. They believe in this team. They have waited years for a season like this. Now, they are watching a dream become reality. The Red Storm are playing with confidence. They are playing with heart. They are playing like a team that knows they belong.
Luis, the Big East Player of the Year, continues to shine. His impact goes beyond scoring. He sets the tone. He makes the hustle plays. And he gives the team a spark when they need it most. Against Butler, he scored eight points in just over two minutes during the first half. That quick run helped ignite the 15-0 start. The defense locked in. The offense took off. Butler never got close again.
St. John’s Play at Madison Square and Prove They Are Ready for a Championship Run as They Prepare for the Next Challenge in the Big East Tournament
St. John’s is not just a great story. They are a serious contender. They have won seven straight games. And they have won 17 of their last 18 since the start of the new year. They are not just beating teams, they are dominating them. They are playing at an elite level.
The Big East Tournament title is within reach. The NCAA Tournament is next. The Red Storm have put themselves in position to make a deep run. They have the momentum and the confidence. They have the talent. This team is peaking at the perfect time.
Madison Square Garden is their home. The fans are behind them. The energy is undeniable. This team is proving that they are more than just a feel-good story. They are a team that can win championships. They have fought hard to get to this point. And they are not done yet. They are still climbing. They are still pushing. The journey is far from over.
