The six-game winning streak is over, and Mike Anderson will have to wait another week for the chance for his 400th career win.
After leading by double digits, St. John’s struggled to fend off Butler in Indianapolis. After a run by the Butler guards, the Red Storm fell in overtime, 76-73.
St. John’s falls to 13-8, 7-7 in the Big East. Butler improves to 7-10, 6-8 in the Big East. It was St. John’s first loss since January 16th.
St. John’s started off with a burst after the opening minutes. Butler played a smart floor game, going for scores in the paint and from beyond the arc, but could not connect on their shots.