The Johnnies forced 20 turnovers and used a 20-2 first half run to overpower Central Connecticut.
Down by 19 to St. John’s with just under ten minutes remaining in the second half, Central Connecticut forward Joe Hugley found himself stranded in the paint, surrounded by the outstretched arms of Justin Simon.
Hugley found a slight opening with an up-and-under move on the block, briefly getting past Simon before having his shot pinned against the glass by Kassoum Yakwe, who was lurking behind Simon.
From there, guard Shamorie Ponds chased down the ball and ignited a fast break.