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St. John's Clinches Big East Title After 31 Years

2/27/2025

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St. John's celebrated a thrilling 76-70 victory over Butler, clinching a piece of the Big East regular-season title for the first time since 1992. RJ Luis Jr. shone with 24 points, while Zuby Ejiofor delivered key late-game contributions. With eyes set on an outright title, the Red Storm prepares to face Seton Hall, driven by Coach Rick Pitino's fierce ambition to win alone.

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St. John's celebrated a thrilling 76-70 victory over Butler, clinching a piece of the Big East regular-season title for the first time since 1992. RJ Luis Jr. shone with 24 points, while Zuby Ejiofor delivered key late-game contributions. With eyes set on an outright title, the Red Storm prepares to face Seton Hall, driven by Coach Rick Pitino's fierce ambition to win alone.