It will be a clash of BIG EAST Conference teams, as the St. John’s Women’s Basketball team takes on No 4/6 UConn on Tuesday night at the XL Center.
St. John’s (19-7, 10-7 BIG EAST) has been on a bit of a losing streak, having drooped a pair of contests to No 14/15 Villanova and Marquette.
Helping to lead the way on the offensive side of the floor has been Jayla Everett who has 16.0 points per game, that ranks ninth in the conference. In addition, Jayla is tied for league-best 2.5 made 3-pointers per outing.
The Red Storm have been shooting phenomenally from the free throw line, as they have shot over 80% for four consecutive games. During BIG EAST play they have a 78.0% mark, which ranks third in the BIG EAST.
St. John’s has been able to reclaim their defensive style of play that they have always been known for, having some stellar showings against tough conference foes.
Meanwhile, No 4/6 UConn will have a chance to return to the XL Center after a close 60-51 victory over No 14/15 Villanova on Saturday. Leading the way in that game was Lou Lopez Senechal who had a 22-point performance, while Aaliyah Edwards had 13 points and 14 rebounds.
The Huskies, who have always had an outstanding brand when it comes time for women’s basketball, has been stellar in offensive efficiency. UConn ranks top-5 in the NCAA in field goal percentage, assist per game and 3-point field goal percentage.
These two teams have met once before, as they were able to play in the first ever Women’s College Basketball game at UBS Arena. In that meeting UConn was able to defeat St. John’s by a final of 82-52.
This will be the 65th all-time meeting between the two rivals, as UConn has a series edge 47-17. The Huskies’ have been able to win 10 straight games against the Red Storm.
St. John’s will have a chance to play at Carnesecca Arena one final time on Friday night. In that game the Red Storm will be taking on Georgetown on Senior Night which is slated for 7:00 p.m.
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