Duncan Powell Receives Three-Game Suspension After St. John’s-Providence Brawl
Duncan Powell, a forward for Providence, has been handed a three-game suspension following recent events during a game against St. John’s. This decision was made by the Big East Conference and announced on Sunday evening.
Duncan Powell’s Role in the Altercation
The incident occurred during the second half of the match at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. The 17th-ranked St. John’s team was facing Providence when Powell committed a flagrant foul on St. John’s player Bryce Hopkins. He tackled Hopkins with a clothesline, triggering a brawl on the court.
After the altercation, Hopkins retaliated by shoving Powell, who then swung at St. John’s forward Dillon Mitchell. This series of actions led to the ejection of six players from the game, including Powell.
Suspension Details
- Duncan Powell received an automatic one-game suspension for fighting.
- He was additionally punished with two extra games, totaling three games suspended.
- No other players received suspensions following the incident.
Game Highlights and Reactions
The game concluded with St. John’s securing a 79-69 victory, marking their 11th consecutive win. This also set a program record for the most consecutive Big East road wins at ten.
After the game, St. John’s coach Rick Pitino addressed the heated atmosphere, suggesting that his team did not instigate any of the combativeness. He stated, “We teach toughness, which involves creating steals and getting offensive rebounds.” The game was notably charged, as fans chanted against Hopkins during his return to Providence.
The Big East’s announcement emphasized that game officials determined Powell’s actions constituted a fighting act following his flagrant foul. This incident has sparked discussions regarding sportsmanship and player conduct in college basketball.
