St. John's drubs Providence in Big East quarterfinal grudge match | amNewYork

"The graduate forward, who was at the center of the melee on Feb. 13 between these two teams after he was cheap-shotted by Providence's Duncan Powell, had 14 points and a season-high 13 rebounds in 28 minutes of play. He faced expletive-laced chants and boos from Providence fans nearly every time he touched the ball."

"As usual, Big East Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Scholar-Athlete of the Year Zuby Ejiofor dominated on both ends of the floor. The senior out of Garland, TX, led in points, rebounds, assists, and blocks, with 21, 10, five, and three, respectively. He is the only player in Big East Tournament history to accomplish that feat."

"St. John's wasted no time asserting control. Dillon Mitchell set the tone early with four points, five rebounds, and an assist to open the game. In the first five minutes, the Red Storm surged to a"

St. John's No. 1-ranked Red Storm dominated Providence in the Big East Tournament quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden, winning 85-72. Bryce Hopkins, who was involved in a February altercation with Providence's Duncan Powell, delivered a strong performance with 14 points and a season-high 13 rebounds in 28 minutes, facing hostile chants from Providence fans throughout the game. Providence's Duncan Powell, suspended for three games following the earlier melee, did not participate. Despite Providence's comeback victory over Butler in the previous round and the distraction of head coach Kim English's expected firing, the Friars could not overcome St. John's early control. Zuby Ejiofor led Providence with 21 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and three blocks, becoming the only Big East Tournament player to lead in all four categories.

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