Arizona vs St. John's: Neutral-Site Showdown

0:00On May 1st, Arizona men's basketball is set to clash with St. John's at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 5th. This matchup is part of the Hall of Fame series that the Wildcats often join. Coming off their first final four run in 25 years last season, Arizona has the basketball's mecca for this neutral side battle. The two teams have split their previous two meetings, one win each back, and the 20 teams. St. John's treats the garden like a second home for big games, even with their own campus arena. They're fresh off a sweet 16-trip, their deepest NCAA run since 1999. Ripatina leaves the red storm now, holding the active Division I wins record with over 900 victories. That adds serious firepower to this showdown. Fans are buzzing about the coaching matchup and the electric atmosphere at the NYX spot. Arizona's 20-26-27 non-coference late is shaping up strong with at least seven games locked in. They kick off November 2 against UCLA in Las Vegas, hit the Maui invitation over Thanksgiving, host Yukon in the home and home, and travel to.

1:07Auburn, expect bygames at McCale Center to fill the rest, plus a Phoenix tilt for the fourth straight year. Word is, the Wildcats will return the favor against St. John's and Phoenix during the 20-27-28 season. This series keeps the momentum rolling for both squads into the future.