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Game Thread: St. John's vs. Bryant Basketball Matchup
2024-12-11
Welcome to the exciting world of St. John's men's basketball as they gear up for tonight's crucial matchup against Bryant. This game holds significant importance for the team and its fans, and we're here to bring you all the action and updates.

Experience the Thrill of St. John's Basketball with Pinzón's Return

Former St. John's Player Rafael Pinzón's Journey

Rafael Pinzón, the former St. John's player, makes his much-anticipated return to Queens on Wednesday night. Hailing from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, he attended Long Island Lutheran alongside Andre Curbelo. Before joining the Red Storm from 2021 to 2023, he showcased his skills, averaging 4.9 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 32 games played and two starts. His presence on the court added a unique dimension to the team.After the departure of Mike Anderson in March 2023, Pinzón entered the transfer portal and committed to Bryant. Last season, he demonstrated remarkable growth, averaging 13.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists while shooting 41% from the field and 35.4% from three in 33 games and four starts.Now, in his senior season with the Bulldogs, Pinzón is leading the team in scoring. He is averaging an impressive 19.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists while shooting 45.3% from the field and an astonishing 52.6% from three, which ranks ninth-best in the nation. His shooting prowess has been a key factor in the Bulldogs' success.

Details of Tonight's Game

The stage is set for an intense battle as St. John's Red Storm (7-2) takes on the Bryant Bulldogs (6-5) on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. The game will be held at Carnesecca Arena in Jamaica, New York. It will be televised on CBS Sports Network and can be heard on Learfield. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.This is not just any ordinary game; it's a rematch of their only previous meeting on December 23, 2009, where St. John's emerged victorious, defeating Bryant by a score of 80-44 at Carnesecca Arena. According to KenPom's predicted score, St. John's has a 97 percent chance of winning this time around, but the Bulldogs will surely give it their all.You can stay updated on tonight's game through Rumble in the Garden's official X account (formerly Twitter) at @rumbleSBN or on their new Bluesky account at rumbleinthegarden.bsky.social. Make sure to check out our detailed game recap and analysis after the game to relive all the moments.The players are all geared up and ready to showcase their skills on the court. St. John's will be looking to continue their winning streak, while Bryant will be aiming to turn the tables and secure a victory. It's going to be a night filled with excitement and anticipation.
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