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Ejiofor's Triple-Double Powers St. John's 89-57 Win Over Villanova

Zuby Ejiofor had 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his first career triple‑double as St. John's defeated Villanova 89‑57 at Madison Square Garden.

Zuby Ejiofor finished with 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, becoming the fourth player in St. John's history to record a triple‑double. The Red Storm surged to a 30‑point first‑half lead and finished with an 89‑57 victory over Villanova at Madison Square Garden.

The win snapped a 72‑40 loss to UConn and ended a 13‑game winning streak. Coach Rick Pitino celebrated the comeback while the team embraced the annual “White Out” theme.