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St. John’sArkansas in Bid for First Sweet 16 Appearance Since 1999

The Red Storm look to extend their historic season after a dominant first-round win, while Arkansas enters the matchup fresh off an upset over Kansas.

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Jonas Aidoo #9 and Trevon Brazile #4 of the Arkansas Razorbacks celebrate after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 79-72 in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Amica Mutual Pavillion on March 20, 2025 in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Overview

  • St. John’s defeated Omaha 83-53 in the NCAA Tournament first round, marking their first tournament win in 25 years.
  • RJ Luis Jr. led the Red Storm with 22 points, including a career-high five three-pointers, as the team set a program record with 14 made threes.
  • Rick Pitino, in his first year as head coach, was named Henry Iba National Coach of the Year for revitalizing the program.
  • Arkansas, St. John’s second-round opponent, advanced after a 79-72 upset over Kansas and poses a challenge with their size and athleticism.
  • A win would send St. John’s to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999, continuing their record-breaking season.