Pitt headed to Madison Square Garden on Saturday to face St. John’s in the Gotham Classic in a tilt that initially promised a matchup of the Champagnie brothers, Justin of Pitt and Julian of St. John’s, when it was announced last year. However, with Justin Champagnie now plying his trade with the Toronto Raptors and Julian Champagnie a late scratch from the game due to a positive COVID-19 test, all that was left was a contest between two teams looking for their first win over a high-major opponent. But it would be close from wire to wire, and Pitt would come out on top, notching a 59-57 win.
Pitt edges St. John’s 59-57 in thriller at Madison Square Garden
