A Battle for Big East Supremacy
Two of the Big East’s top contenders, No. 11 Marquette Golden Eagles and No. 12 St. John’s Red Storm, are set to square off in a highly anticipated showdown at Madison Square Garden on Monday, February 4, 2025, at 6:30 PM ET. The game will be broadcast live on FS1 and available for streaming on Fubo and the FOX Sports App.
Team Previews and Key Players

Marquette Golden Eagles (18-4, 9-2 Big East)
- Head Coach: Shaka Smart
- Key Players: Kam Jones, David Joplin, Stevie Mitchell
- Previous Meeting: Marquette secured a win over St. John’s earlier this season in Milwaukee.
St. John’s Red Storm (19-3, 10-1 Big East)
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- Head Coach: Rick Pitino
- Key Players: RJ Luis, Zuby Ejiofor, Kadary Richmond
- Season Highlight: St. John’s has been nearly unbeatable, with only three losses by a combined five points.
Game Outlook: Fast-Paced Offense vs. Lockdown Defense
Marquette thrives on high-tempo, transition-heavy basketball, while St. John’s counters with physical defense and strong half-court play. With both teams in contention for top NCAA Tournament seeding, this rematch carries added significance.
Expect an electric atmosphere at MSG, where Rick Pitino’s squad will look to defend their home court against Shaka Smart’s high-flying offense. With Tim Brando and Bill Raftery calling the action, fans are in for a thrilling Big East battle.
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