St. John's Dominates Fordham in Season Opener with Strong Defense

Simeon Wilcher's standout performance leads St. John's to a decisive 92-60 victory over Fordham, showcasing significant defensive improvements.

Simeon Wilcher scored a career-high 17 points, shooting 7-for-9 from the field, to lead St. John's in their season-opening win.
St. John's defense held Fordham to 36% shooting and forced 19 turnovers, highlighting significant defensive strides under coach Rick Pitino.
Kadary Richmond contributed with an all-around performance, adding 16 points, nine rebounds, and five assists.
Aaron Scott and RJ Luis Jr. each added 12 points, as St. John's shot 54.5% from the field, despite struggling from beyond the arc.
Fordham's Jackie Johnson III led his team with 23 points, but the Rams struggled offensively, trailing 40-26 by halftime.