St. John’s seeks to extend its nine-game win streak against Georgetown in a key Big East matchup.

St. John’s aims to extend its nine-game winning streak against Georgetown in a pivotal Big East opener, entering the game with a 1-0 conference record after an 85-59 win over Harvard. The Red Storm, led by Bryce Hopkins’ 14 points and four other double-digit scorers, dropped from the AP Top 25 following a loss to Kentucky. Georgetown, 1-1 in the Big East, returns head coach Ed Cooley after a one-game suspension and recently routed Coppin State 97-67, with Julius Halaifonua scoring 20 points and Isaiah Abraham posting a career-high 17. The Hoyas tied a season high with 11 three-pointers and shot 55% from the floor. The rivalry, dating to 1909, sees St. John’s leading 69-57 overall and 40-40 in conference play.