Overview
- St. John’s moved to 8-4 with an 85-59 home win that wrapped its nonconference schedule in front of a sellout at Carnesecca Arena.
- Bryce Hopkins answered recent calls for leadership with 14 points, four assists and just one turnover, jump-starting a decisive 20-2 first-half surge.
- Ian Jackson made his fourth straight start at point guard and added 14 points on four threes with no turnovers, drawing praise from Rick Pitino for his progress.
- The Red Storm controlled the second half defensively, holding Harvard to 32% shooting and 26 points while dominating the boards 39-22.
- Next up is the Big East opener at Georgetown on Dec. 31, with tip-off set for 8 p.m. on FS1.