2025 BIG EAST Tournament: St. John’s Opening Game at Madison Square Garden

a minimum of four losses in the regular season, besting records set by other programs like UCLA in 1978 and Memphis State in 1985.

The Head Coach, Rick Pitino, was named the 2025 BIG EAST Coach of the Year, and junior wing RJ Luis Jr. received the 2025 BIG EAST Player of the Year award. Pitino made history by becoming the second coach in NCAA Division I history to win a conference coach of the year award at four different schools and conferences. Luis joins the ranks of legends Chris Mullin and Walter Berry as only the third player in St. John’s men’s basketball history to receive this honor.

St. John’s is coming off a thrilling victory over Marquette, with RJ Luis Jr. leading the team with a stellar performance. Kadary Richmond also made history by recording the first triple-double in program history since Ron Artest in 1999.

The Johnnies are set to face Butler, looking to secure their third victory over the Bulldogs after sweeping the regular season series. Butler, coming off a win against Providence, is ready to challenge St. John’s in this quarterfinal matchup.

The winner of the St. John’s vs. Butler game will move on to face either Xavier or Marquette in the semifinals. Fans can catch all the action live on Peacock as the BIG EAST Tournament unfolds at Madison Square Garden. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting games ahead!