St. John's 81, 8/7 Marquette 74
The Red Storm erased a 14-point deficit and exploded for 49 second-half points to stun No. 8/7 Marquette on Friday at Carnesecca Arena, handing the Golden Eagles their first BIG EAST loss of the season. The St. John’s defense held MU under 80 points for just the third time in the last 13 games as standouts Natisha Hiedeman and Allazia Blockton combined for just five points. SJU’s Tiana England reached the 20-point mark for just the second time in her career, adding six assists and three rebounds. MU’s Erika Davenport posted game highs of 24 points and 13 rebounds, while Amani Wilborn added 22 points. The win over No. 8/7 Marquette is St. John’s highest since…
