St. John’s magical ride is going to continue into the Big East Tournament title game. 

Down by two at the half, the Red Storm completely overpowered Marquette in the second half to clinch a spot in the conference tournament final with a 79-63 win.

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<figcaption>Zuby Ejiofor #24 of the St. John’s Red Storm reacts after scoring during the semi-final in the first half at Madison Square Garden. <span class="credit">JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST</span></figcaption>

Four players finished in double figures, but it was Zuby Ejiofor who led the way a 33-point, nine-rebound effort. 

They will play the winner of Creighton-UConn on Saturday night.

St. John’s magical ride is going to continue into the Big East Tournament title game.{ai:summary}<p>St. John's Red Storm advanced to the Big East Tournament final after defeating Marquette 79-63. Trailing at halftime, they dominated the second half, with Zuby Ejiofor scoring 33 points and grabbing nine rebounds. They will face the winner of the Creighton-UConn matchup next. #sports</p>

St. John’s overwhelms Marquette in second half to roll into Big East championship game

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