In a series of closely contested matches in the Big East Conference Tournament, Providence College's basketball team, the Friars, first faced Georgetown and secured a victory. Georgetown struggled at the free-throw line, going 4-12, which contributed to their 10-point loss to Providence. Following this, Providence played against Creighton in a game described as 'bananas.' The Friars maintained a lead throughout, up six with 54 seconds left, demonstrating relentless effort and resilience. Their victories over Georgetown and Creighton have advanced them to the Big East semifinals and sparked discussions about their potential inclusion in the NCAA tournament.
After tonight's win over Creighton, @tsnmike would put @PCFriarsmbb playing in the NCAA tournament 👀 https://t.co/yC7XiTbGsv
What a well-played game by @PCFriarsmbb. Took it right at @BluejayMBB and didn't back down when the Bluejays made their inevitable run. Advance to the Big East semifinals, and make for a very spicy bubble conversation, I'd think.
Pretty sure Providence brought the whole city here and they are on their feet. @PCFriarsmbb up six with 54 seconds left. Have played incredibly hard.
Providence on the verge of taking down Creighton, up six with 54 seconds left. Friars and St. John's might both get off the bubble and in the tournament today.
This Providence/Creighton game is bananas in the Garden.
Providence goes up by 9️⃣! 👀 @PCFriarsMBB https://t.co/lwR92XC2qZ
On to the next one! @PCFriarsmbb advances in the Big East Conference Tournament https://t.co/MHloXyKCOe
Providence has hit 10 more free throws in a 10-point game.
Georgetown is down 10 to Providence and is a fairly inexplicable 4-12 at the foul line. Make half of those misses and this would feel different.