NEW: Big East Tournament Canceled - Impact on NCAA Selections Unknown
Thursday, March 12, 2020
The Big East Tournament has been canceled due to the threat of the spread of coronavirus.
The tournament was canceled at halftime of Thursday’s first game between St. John’s and Creighton.
“Following a call with our Presidents and Athletics Directors and additional consultation with the City of New York, the Big East Conference has canceled the remainder of our men’s basketball tournament, effective immediately. We believe the decision is in the best interests of our participants and fans,” said the Big East in a statement.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTProvidence College was set to play at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday against Butler.
According to NBC Sports Network, the two teams were told to remain at their hotels.
It is unclear what this means for next week's NCAA Tournament.
The Friars were projected to make the tournament as seven-seed.
Other Conferences Cancel
The Big East is not the only conference to cancel its tournament.
The SEC, Big 12, Big 10, ACC and AAC and A-10 have also all canceled their tournaments.
It is unclear what this all means for next week's NCAA Tournament.
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