St. John’s enjoyed a second half feast against the Sacred Heart Pioneers before heading west for a pair of matchups against Phoenix-area hoops programs.
First is the game against Grand Canyon Antelopes out of the Western Athletic Conference. In their first year of full NCAA Division-I eligibility - meaning, they can qualify for the NCAA Tournament after five years of provisional status - the Antelopes hope to keep a string of 20-win seasons going.
Dan Majerle’s team, playing near their home arena where they enjoy heavy fan support, will try to get their biggest program win against a streaking St.