St John’s-Providence Brawl Sparks Chaos, Results in Six Ejections
The St. John’s-Providence basketball game erupted into chaos on Saturday, culminating in a significant brawl. Early in the second half, St. John’s player Bryce Hopkins attempted a layup during a fast break. Providence’s Duncan Powell committed a hard foul, leading to an altercation between players.
Brawl Details
Hopkins responded to the foul by shoving Powell, which ignited a frenzy on the court. Players and coaches from both teams exchanged shoves as officials intervened. Police officers promptly arrived to maintain order and prevent further violence. The game was paused for approximately 19 minutes while officials reviewed the incident and imposed penalties.
Ejections
- Duncan Powell (Providence) – ejected after apparently throwing a punch at Dillon Mitchell of St. John’s.
- Jaylin Sellers (Providence) – also ejected for his role in the brawl.
- Dillon Mitchell, Kelvin Odih, Ruben Prey, and Lefteris Liotopoulous (St. John’s) – all four were ejected due to their participation in the scuffle.
- A Providence fan – ejected for involvement in the incident.
- Jamier Jones (Providence) – later ejected for pushing Zuby Ejiofor (St. John’s) during a fast break.
Game Recap
This matchup held particular significance for Bryce Hopkins. He returned to Amica Mutual Pavilion after playing three years for Providence before transferring to St. John’s. In their previous encounter, Providence had narrowly defeated St. John’s in New York.
Team Performances
St. John’s entered the game with a strong record, boasting 19 wins and only 4 losses, including 12 wins against Big East opponents. They sat in second place in the conference, just behind UConn. Conversely, Providence faced challenges this season, holding an overall record of 11-14 and a Big East record of 4-10.
The game showcased not only the intensity of college basketball but also the volatility that can arise in competitive sports. The brawl marked a moment of chaos within an otherwise thrilling match.
