The Red Storm initially struggled to overcome the Orange’s zone defense. But in the end, it was the Johnnies’ own defense that prevailed.
The St. John’s Men’s Basketball team overcame their offensive struggles against an effective Syracuse zone defense to win the Empire Classic championship in overtime, 76-69, at the Barclays Center on Tuesday, Nov. 22. Following the win against the old-Big East rival, the Johnnies moved to 6-0 on the season and showcased their late-game prowess.
The game started just like any other Red Storm basketball game — with slow and inefficient play from the Red Storm.