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UConn men’s basketball blown out by No. 10 St. John’s at Madison Square Garden, 89-75
The UConn men’s basketball team suffered a blow out loss at Madison Square Garden Sunday afternoon, falling to No. 10 St. John’s, 89-75.
How the Duke vs. Illinois game at Madison Square Garden came together for Saturday's nonconference showdown
On Saturday night, college basketball will be treated to something that was commonplace for decades but has become the exception to the rule over the past 15-or-so years: a marquee February nonconference game between two high-major programs.
Social Media Erupts as Duke Crushes Illinois in Madison Square Garden Blowout
Saturday's game against Duke was, on paper, a great idea for Illinois. It was a rare opportunity to play in Madison Square Garden against the biggest brand in college basketball. Who could pass that up?
Duke walk-on hits memorable 3-pointer at historic Madison Square Garden on Saturday night
The moment hit as one would expect for walk-on guard Spencer Hubbard of the second-ranked Duke Blue Devils. On the biggest of college basketball stages at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night he nailed a step-back 3-pointer in Duke’s rout of Illinois in the final minute that put the stamp on the 110-67 blowout win.
St. John’s dominates UConn at Madison Square Garden
(WFSB) - The UConn men lost a rare game at Madison Square Garden, losing to St. John’s 89-75. St. John’s midway thru the first went on a 10-0 run to take a 4 point lead. The Huskies, behind Taris Reed Jr, took a 2 point lead. St. John’s pressure forced 3 straight UConn turnovers and the Red Storm went on a 16-2 run, leading 35-22.
Duke's Cooper Flagg makes lasting memory in NBA showcase at Madison Square Garden
A Saturday night showdown between Duke and Illinois featured plenty of future NBA talent, but it was Cooper Flagg who shined the brightest on the big stage.
What Cooper Flagg, Duke basketball did by annihilating Illinois at Madison Square Garden
Despite Duke basketball’ s dominance, Cooper Flagg and the third-ranked Blue Devils accomplished a first on Saturday night by annihilating Illinois at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Cooper Flagg reacts to historic win over Illinois at Madison Square Garden
Duke superstar freshman Cooper Flagg gave a great response after his team crushed Illinois at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.
How to get Duke vs. Illinois basketball tickets at Madison Square Garden: Prices, options
The 3rd-ranked Duke Blue Devils and the Illinois Fighting Illini take breaks from conference play to head to the Big Apple on Saturday night for the 2025 SentinelOne Classic.
Why is Duke basketball playing Illinois at Madison Square Garden? Jon Scheyer explains
Duke basketball and Illinois will play this weekend at Madison Square Garden. Here's why, along with a look at the Blue Devils' history at MSG.
Why are Duke, Illinois playing in February? Madison Square Garden hosts primetime game
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Elite, fearless, generational: Cooper Flagg ready to shine at Madison Square Garden
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What is Duke's record at Madison Square Garden? Blue Devils' history, appearances, wins
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Rick Pitino defends star guard Kadary Richmond against ‘General Soreness’ criticism
NEW YORK -- Rick Pitino has Kadary Richmond ’s back. After Richmond starred in yet another victory over Dan Hurley and UConn ...
What Rick Pitino said about the pro-St. John's crowd at MSG for UConn men's basketball loss
The UConn men's basketball game against St. John's reached a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden Sunday afternoon.
Top 25 college basketball games: Odds, tips and betting trends for February 23
Top-25 teams will be in action in three games on Sunday’s college basketball schedule. That includes the UConn Huskies ...
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“Everyday, I’d show them 10-15 clips of Oklahoma Thunder”: Rick Pitino reveals inspiration behind St. John’s defense after UConn win
St. John's Red Storm head coach Rick Pitino in the second half against the UConn Huskies at Madison Square Garden. Photo: ...