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No. 13 St. John’s Blows Past William & Mary With 27-2 Second-Half Surge

Rick Pitino’s lineup tweak with Dylan Darling at point catalyzed a paint-heavy response to a sluggish opening half.

Overview

  • The Red Storm rolled 93-60 at Carnesecca Arena before a sellout crowd of 5,260.
  • St. John’s outscored the Tribe 54-26 after the break and pushed the lead to 66-36 with 13:28 remaining.
  • Five players scored in double figures: Bryce Hopkins and Joson Sanon 15 each, Oziyah Sellers and Dylan Darling 13, and Zuby Ejiofor 11.
  • Returning from a calf injury, Darling started, scored 13, handed out three assists, and recorded a game-high four steals.
  • Despite hitting 6 of 28 from deep, St. John’s piled up 54 points in the paint with 24 fast-break points as William & Mary shot 38% and committed 24 turnovers.