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Big East bottomfeeder's 'worst year ever' led to March Madness snubs: coach

Shaka Smart pointed to DePaul's historically awful season as a reason for the Big East's snubs.

Providence coach fumes over Big East's March Madness snubs: 'Analytics are bulls--t'

There was plenty of discourse over why certain conferences got so many bids for the NCAA Tournament and why others – namely the Big East – didn’t. 

Which NCAA teams got screwed on Selection Sunday

Sixty-eight teams are dancing on Selection Sunday. Several others are left fuming.

Why St. John's NCAA Tournament hopes are suddenly in peril

A wild day of upsets could leave St. John's on the outside looking in and limit the amount of teams the Big East sends to the NCAA Tournament.

Marquette clips Providence for shot to defend Big East tourney title

Tyler Kolek’s absence may have made it harder for Marquette. But it has not prevented them from returning to the Big East Tournament title game.

How much do last-minute tickets cost for remaining Big East games at MSG?

The Red Storm face off against UConn; Marquette take on Providence in the other semifinal matchup.

Providence coach won't discuss marital status in awkward press conference

The exchange took place after the No. 7 Providence beat the second-seeded Creighton, 78-73, at Madison Square Garden on Thursday.

Providence stuns Creighton in massive Big East Tournament win

Led by the relentless Devin Carter, No. 7 Providence significantly increased its odds of hearing its name called on Selection Sunday.

Best bets for Wednesday's Big East Tournament matchup

Howie Kussoy's picks against the spread for Wednesday's Big East basketball slate, including Georgetown vs. Providence.

Breaking down the Big East Tournament and the winner is ...

The Post breaks down all the Big East teams ready to hoop it up at Madison Square Garden.

St. John's latest late-game letdown may be end of NCAA Tournament hopes

Providence owned the final 20 minutes like so many of St. John’s opponents have, and went on to a 75-72 victory, sending the skidding Johnnies to their seventh loss in...

Rick Pitino benches star in huge St. John's shakeup

For the first time this season, Joel Soriano is not in the starting lineup as St. John’s looks to snap its month-long woes and play its way back into NCAA...

Fade the Red Storm on the road Tuesday night

It’s always hard to play in Providence.

Crucial St. John's game to be played as scheduled after weather uncertainty

This is a crucial point of the season for struggling St. John’s.

Massive St. John's game in limbo due to weather

The status of Tuesday’s St. John’s-Providence game is in limbo amid an incoming winter storm that has created uncertainty.

Villanova coach lacks answers as losses threaten to derail season

Villanova could miss the tournament yet again under Kyle Neptune.

Ex-Providence coach showered with boos, vulgar chant after wild student scene in return

Ed Cooley’s Providence return didn’t include any welcoming cheers — but that wasn’t necessarily expected based on his exit and the scene on campus.

St. John's win delivered all emotions that come with mattering once again

Rick Pitino had vowed from the start that his team would be better in January than it was in November, reminding everyone on Wednesday.

St. John's moves into share of Big East lead after tight win

A 17-5 run followed, paving the way to a hard-fought 75-73 victory and 4-1 start in league play, St. John’s best since the 2000-01 season.

How to bet on Providence vs. Creighton on Saturday

Providence will play a tough conference road game against the elite Creighton Bluejays on Saturday.