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No. 4 UConn Escapes Near Upset in 103-98 Overtime Win Against Providence

No. 4 UConn Escapes Near Upset in 103-98 Overtime Win Against Providence

In a nail-biting thriller between two bitter rivals, the 4th-ranked UConn Huskies clawed back in the closing minutes of regulation to pull out an overtime victory in enemy territory over the Providence Friars.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 7
No. 4 UConn survives, beats Providence in overtime

No. 4 UConn survives, beats Providence in overtime

The Providence Friars gave the No. 4 UConn Huskies a run for their money. 

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Rick Pitino, St. John's land star player in transfer portal

Rick Pitino, St. John's land star player in transfer portal

Rick Pitino and the St. John’s Red Storm are moving on quickly from their early NCAA Tournament exit and adding new talent to the squad.

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Providence Friars News / BroBible / February 13
Providence Basketball Coach Forcibly Restrained After Charging At Referee To Protest Bogus Ejection

Providence Basketball Coach Forcibly Restrained After Charging At Referee To Protest Bogus Ejection

Providence head coach Kim English was ejected on two technical fouls during Wednesday’s college basketball game against Xavier. If what he said happened is true, it was totally bogus.

Providence Friars News / SwimSwam / February 10

UConn Shines During Non-Scored Senior Day Matchup With Providence

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam February 8, 2025 Storrs, CT SCY (25 yards) Results Courtesy: UConn Athletics STORRS, Conn. The UConn women’s swimming and diving team hosted the Providence Friars in their last regular season meet Saturday afternoon.

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Friars' Hopkins again has season end with injury

Providence forward Bryce Hopkins, who missed most of last season with a torn ACL, will miss the rest of this season after suffering a knee injury.

College Basketball (W) News / Beyond Women's Sports / December 30, 2024

NCAAW: Providence Friars at UConn Huskies – Notes From the Office

The Providence Friars met the UConn Huskies at the XL Center in Hartford for their last game of 2024. While the Huskies came out on top 67-41, it was not their best game.

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NBA Draft: BYU Guard Egor Demin Struggles in Loss

NBA Draft: BYU Guard Egor Demin Struggles in Loss

Through a handful of games, Egor Demin has been one of the NBA Draft hemisphere’s biggest surprises. Coming into a Tuesday-night game against the Providence Friars, Demin had averaged 14.3 points, 6.3 assists and 4.9 rebounds per game, shooting 57% overall, all numbers fairly indicative of a top-five draft spot.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 29, 2024
Mackenzie Mgbako leads No. 14 Indiana past Providence

Mackenzie Mgbako leads No. 14 Indiana past Providence

Mackenzie Mgbako broke out of a shooting slump with 25 points to propel No. 14 Indiana to an 89-73 win over Providence.

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Providence Basketball: Friars All-Time Starting 5

Providence Basketball: Friars All-Time Starting 5

Providence basketball embodies the Big East’s enduring spirit and competitive nature. The Friars have carved out a unique niche in college basketball. They’re known for their tenacious play and strategic prowess on the court.

Devin Carter News / RealGM / May 7, 2024
NBA Draft report: Devin Carter of Providence

NBA Draft report: Devin Carter of Providence

Carter is flying a bit under the radar, but that could be a mistake.

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Big East Player of the Year declares for 2024 draft

Big East Player of the Year declares for 2024 draft

A prominent Big East player is heading to the NBA Draft.

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Providence Friars News / Larry Brown Sports / March 17, 2024
HC English fires stern message over Providence’s tournament snub

HC Kim English fires stern message over Providence’s NCAA Tournament snub

Providence had been one of a few teams on the bubble for a spot in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The Friars’ bubble was popped on Sunday by the NCAA Selection Committee.

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NCAAB odds, pick: Georgetown vs. Providence betting guide for Wednesday, March 13

NCAAB odds, pick: Georgetown vs. Providence betting guide for Wednesday, March 13

Action Network's Sean Paul has Georgetown vs. Providence odds, predictions and picks in his college basketball betting preview for Wednesday, March 13.

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NBA Draft: Devin Carter or Jared McCain

NBA Draft: Devin Carter or Jared McCain

The 2024 NBA Draft is quickly approaching as we are only four months away from the June 26 Draft night. The 2024 version of this draft has been a crap shoot for the most part.

Devin Carter News / NBA Draft on SI / February 14, 2024
Hey Mister Carter: Providence's Star Guard Demonstrates Versatility in Win over St. John's

Hey Mister Carter: Providence's Star Guard Demonstrates Versatility in Win over St. John's

The rivalry between St. John's and Providence dates back to the early days of the Big East in the 1980s – both teams have a long and competitive history, with numerous memorable matchups over the years.

Bryce Hopkins News / Yardbarker / February 14, 2024
Providence HC shares that he is godfather to player's newborn son

Providence head coach shares that he is godfather to player's newborn son

After Providence's 75-72 victory over St. John's on Tuesday, head coach Kim English shared a heartwarming announcement during the postgame news conference.

College Basketball News / Action Network / February 12, 2024
NCAAB odds, pick: St. John’s vs. Providence betting preview for Tuesday, Feb. 13

NCAAB odds, pick: St. John’s vs. Providence betting preview for Tuesday, Feb. 13

Action Network's Shane McNichol has St. John's vs. Providence odds, picks and predictions in his college basketball betting preview for Tuesday, Feb. 13.

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NCAAB odds, pick: Providence vs. Villanova for Sunday, Feb. 4

NCAAB odds, pick: Providence vs. Villanova for Sunday, Feb. 4

Villanova will welcome the Providence Friars to the Wells Fargo Center on Sunday, Feb. 4 with a chance to end a five-game slide. Action Network's John Feltman is here with the pick.

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Providence Friars News / Yardbarker / March 24, 2022
Patriots lend team plane to Providence, fans for Sweet 16 trip

Patriots lend team plane to Providence men's basketball team, fans for Sweet 16 trip

Providence will meet the Kansas Jayhawks Friday night in Chicago but received a bit of a hand from an NFL franchise before that matchup. 

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