The UConn Huskies and St. John's Red Storm are anticipated to be leading contenders for the BIG EAST conference title this season. Despite their lack of historical rivalry, the programs have the potential to become significant rivals in college basketball. Currently, St. John's leads their head-to-head matchups. Both teams are coached by elite figures with national championship experience, and their close geographic proximity could intensify future recruitments, contributing to a notable rivalry trajectory in the coming decade.
A rivalry too fresh to be any higher on this list, St. John's vs. UConn has a chance to be the biggest thing in the Big East over the decade that lies ahead. Two of the highest profile head coaches in the sport, Rick Pitino and Dan Hurley are too similarly spirited for these matchups to not give us more memorable moments over the years to come.
Historically, the Huskies haven't fared well in their head-to-head matchup against the Red Storm. St. John's has won 39 of the 74 matchups between the two schools dating back to 1949.
Both programs have elite head coaches with experience winning national championships. Given their relatively close geographic location, the schools will be recruiting from the same area, which could add another layer to the rivalry.
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