The Xavier Musketeers' Big East Tournament contest with St. John's has been pushed back to Saturday as forecasters predict inclement weather that could make the courts unsafe.
St. John's opens the tournament with a win
St. John's opened the tournament with a 4‑2 triumph over Creighton, showcasing a solid start for the Red Storm.
Xavier's recent form
Just days earlier, Xavier had secured a 5‑1 victory over Connecticut, a win that kept their hopes alive for a first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2023.
Creighton's elimination of UConn
Creighton's 7‑4 victory over UConn sent the Huskies packing, shifting the bracket dynamics heading into the weekend.
The delay leaves the scheduling committee still searching for a suitable start time, a detail that will be released in the coming days.