History-making Providence eyes deep run in NCAA tourneyCoaching longevity is a rarity in college basketball’s top tier.
Creighton routs No. 11 Providence to reach Big East finalArthur Kaluma scored 17 points and keyed an overwhelming blitz that sent Creighton into the Big East championship game with a stunning 85-58 blowout of No. 11 Providence in the semifinals.
Bynum's 27 points lift No. 11 Providence over Xavier in 3 OTJared Bynum had 27 points, including a key 3-pointer to help 11th-ranked Providence hold off Xavier 99-92 in triple overtime.
Gillespie nets 33, No. 10 Villanova beats No. 8 Friars 89-84Collin Gillespie had five 3-pointers and a career-high 33 points, including a key 3 with 23 seconds left, and 10th-ranked Villanova held on to beat eighth-ranked Providence 89-84.
