Villanova Faces St. John’s in Saturday Night Showdown

Villanova prepares for an exciting Saturday night showdown against St. John’s, hosting its Men’s Basketball Alumni. The game, part of the BIG EAST conference, is set to tip off at 8 p.m. at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Key Matchup: Villanova vs. St. John’s

Both teams currently share second place in the BIG EAST standings, each boasting a record of 5-1. Tickets for this crucial match are available for purchase online. Over 50 Villanova Basketball alumni are expected to attend and will be recognized during halftime by Wildcats’ radio analyst Whitey Rigsby, a class of 1978.

Recent Performances

Recent games have seen both squads emerge victorious. Villanova, with an overall record of 14-3, scored an 88-82 win over Providence. Meanwhile, St. John’s boasts a 12-5 record, highlighted by a dominant 92-68 victory against Marquette.

• Villanova’s Key Player: Junior guard Tyler Perkins contributed significantly, posting 15 points and 8 rebounds in the last game.
• Support from Devin Askew: Fifth-year guard Devin Askew added 20 points and 7 assists, proving vital in recent wins.
• St. John’s Standout: BIG EAST Preseason Player of the Year Zuby Ejiofor leads St. John’s with 16.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.

St. John’s has proven formidable this season, with all five of its BIG EAST wins coming by double-digit margins. Their only loss was a close one against Providence (77-71). This revitalized Red Storm team excels offensively, averaging 86 points per game and making 35.8% of its three-point attempts.

Coaching Connections

Villanova’s head coach Kevin Willard has a notable coaching background, having previously worked under St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino with the Boston Celtics and at Louisville. This matchup not only represents a crucial conference battle but also a personal rivalry for the coaches.

Broadcast Information

The game will be broadcast nationally on NBC Sports Network and Peacock, featuring commentators Paul Burmeister and Tarik Turner. Local fans can tune in to the Villanova Sports Radio Network, with Ryan Fannon and Whitey Rigsby providing coverage.

Upcoming Schedule

This marks Villanova’s second home game of the 2025-26 season. The Wildcats previously defeated Penn 90-63 in the Big Five Classic. They will host one more game at Xfinity Mobile Arena on February 21 against Connecticut.