St. John’s has been a high-scoring squad this season with some defensive skill. But all season, playing against size inside has been an issue.
Can the Johnnies take out DePaul, which brings a trio of big men who will be heard from tonight?
Can they do it without Shamorie Ponds, who is out tonight with a back injury?
After the Villanova loss, this could be one of those games where the players let down a little. Or are too cerebral. Or are beaten to the punch by a game DePaul team.
Let’s get talking.