Providence-St. John's Game Postponed to Wednesday Amid Winter Storm
The rescheduled game holds significant implications for both teams' standings in the Big East and potential NCAA Tournament bids.
- The men's basketball game between Providence and St. John's, initially scheduled for Tuesday, has been postponed to Wednesday due to a winter storm.
- Despite the weather concerns, St. John's arrived in Providence early and officials are in place, with the game set to be broadcast on CBS Sports Network.
- Both teams are seeking to improve their standings in the Big East, with St. John's at 14-10 (6-7 in Big East) and Providence at 15-9 (6-7 in Big East).
- The game features the return of St. John's coach Rick Pitino to one of his former schools and has implications for the NCAA Tournament field.
- Providence College has canceled classes and closed offices on Tuesday due to the storm, but has arranged transportation for students to attend the game.