St. John’s Shifts Point Guard, Sparks Key Storylines Ahead of Busy Stretch
St. John’s University is gearing up for a crucial ten-day stretch, starting this Saturday. The 22nd-ranked team will play four games, starting with Iona at the Garden.
Upcoming Games for St. John’s
Over the next ten days, St. John’s faces a packed schedule:
- Date: Saturday, against Iona
- Date: Upcoming game against DePaul
- Date: Nonconference clash with Harvard
- Date: Faced with Kentucky in Atlanta
Key Storylines for the Team
As the Johnnies prepare for these games, several key storylines emerge, focusing on their strategic changes and challenges ahead.
Point Guard Switch
The most significant change involves the starting point guard position. Coach Rick Pitino announced that Ian Jackson will replace Dylan Darling in the starting lineup. This decision aims to enhance the team’s performance as they take on a series of challenging opponents.
Favorability in Upcoming Matches
In three of these upcoming contests—against Iona, DePaul, and Harvard—St. John’s enters as the strong favorite. The team looks to capitalize on this advantage to solidify their position before facing a tough Kentucky squad.
This busy stretch marks a critical period for St. John’s as they aim to maintain momentum and assert their presence in the NCAA landscape. The upcoming games will be essential for evaluating their readiness for the conference challenges ahead.
