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A fight broke out during Providence College's men's basketball game against St. John's on Feb. 14, 2026, after a Providence player knocked down a St. John's player; players from both teams traded blows and the scuffle was broken up by coaching staff, officials, and security.
Seven players were ejected after a second-half brawl during the NCAA men’s basketball game between No. 17 St. John’s and Providence in Providence, with both teams’ coaches seen arguing with officials amid the fracas.
Six players were ejected and the game was delayed about 20 minutes after a benches-clearing fight when Providence’s Duncan Powell fouled Bryce Hopkins. Four St. John’s players—Dillon Mitchell, Ruben Prey, Sadiku Ibine Ayo, Kelvin Odih—and Providence’s Powell and Jamier Jones were ejected as St. John’s overcame a late rally to beat Providence 79-69, extending their win streak to 11; the Big East will review potential additional penalties.
Kentucky basketball, led by debutant Jayden Quaintance and SEC Co-Player of the Week Otega Oweh, overcame a halftime deficit to beat St. John's 78-66, marking their first top-25 win of the season and showcasing strong defense and resilience. The team is set to face Bellarmine next at Rupp Arena.
Kentucky faces St. John’s in the CBS Sports Classic, featuring a matchup between former coach Rick Pitino and his former player and current UK coach Mark Pope, with both teams aiming for Final Four potential. The game also highlights potential return of Jayden Quaintence and Kentucky's recent strong performance against Indiana.
St. John's suffered a loss to Alabama at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the Crimson Tide's superior rebounding and overall play, which aligns with the idea that the game was a fair outcome based on performance.
No. 15 Alabama upset fifth-ranked St. John's 103-96 at Madison Square Garden, with Labaron Philon Jr. scoring 25 points and key contributions from Aden Holloway and Latrell Wrightsell, ending St. John's 12-game MSG winning streak and marking Alabama's strong start to their challenging early-season schedule.
St. John's suffered its first loss of the season, falling to No. 15 Alabama 103-96 at Madison Square Garden, despite a rally and strong performances from Ejiofor and Hopkins, as Alabama's guards led a late surge to secure the win.
St. John's basketball team, led by coach Rick Pitino, opened their season with a dominant 108-74 victory over Quinnipiac, showcasing their athleticism and depth, and signaling their potential as a national championship contender, despite some early-game mistakes.
St. Johns, Michigan, has started regulating golf carts on public roads due to safety concerns, implementing restrictions such as inspection requirements, age limits, and road usage rules, reflecting a broader trend across communities to manage the increasing use of golf carts for transportation.
Rick Pitino has dismissed any interest in coaching the New York Knicks, emphasizing his commitment to St. John's where he recently led a successful season. Despite speculation, he remains focused on his current role and has no plans to return to the NBA.
Rick Pitino has stated he has no interest in returning to coach the New York Knicks, emphasizing the high pressure and expectations associated with the team, especially after their recent coaching change and long playoff drought.
St. John's University honored the late Lou Carnesecca with a commanding 88-71 victory over Kansas State in the Big East-Big 12 Battle. After trailing by 10 points in the first half, the Red Storm surged in the second half, led by Zuby Ejiofor's 28 points and 13 rebounds. Coach Rick Pitino, wearing a sweater in tribute to Carnesecca, guided the team to a spirited performance, marked by strong defense and effective ball movement, to secure the win at Carnesecca Arena.
St. John's University showcased resilience by defeating Virginia 80-55 in the Baha Mar Hoops Championship consolation game, following a heartbreaking double-overtime loss to Baylor. Coach Rick Pitino praised the team's performance, highlighting their strong offensive and defensive play. RJ Luis led with 18 points, while Deivon Smith nearly achieved a triple-double. The team excelled in the paint and from beyond the arc, demonstrating mental and physical toughness despite the previous day's exhausting game.
St. John's suffered a heartbreaking 99-98 double-overtime loss to Baylor in the Baha Mar Hoops Championship, despite leading by 18 points in the first half and five points in the final seconds of the second overtime. Missed free throws and a buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Baylor's Jeremy Roach sealed the defeat. St. John's coach Rick Pitino criticized the officiating, particularly the use of instant replay, which he felt iced his free-throw shooter. The loss was a missed opportunity for a significant win against a top-ranked team.