Men's Basketball Game Notes Vs. No. 2/2 UConn

Friar Tid Bits:

*The team will honor graduate students Ticket Gaines and Josh Oduro before the game as they play their final home contest for the Friars.

*Devin Carter leads the league in scoring in overall action (19.2 ppg) and in BIG EAST action (21.2 ppg).

*Devin Carter could become the 8th Friar all-time to lead the league in scoring and the first since Ben Bentil (22.9 ppg) in 2015-16.

*Devin Carter is a candidate for BIG EAST Player of the Year, BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year and BIG EAST Most Improved Player.

*The Friars are attempting to earn 20 wins in a season for the 31st time in 97 seasons of action.

*Devin Carter is the only player in the nation in Division 1 to score 900+ points, make 100+ steals and block 60+ shots since the start of the 2022-23 season - in the last two seasons (62 games), Carter has 988 points, 109 steals and 63 blocks.

*Devin Carter was 1 of 30 players named to the Naismith Player of the Year Midseason Team on 2/15.

*Devin Carter was 1 of 15 players named to the Naismith Defensive Player Of The Year Watchlist on 2/7.

*The Friars are 2-3 vs. ranked teams this season and 132-282 (.319) all-time.

*The Friars have a 2-1 record in overtime games this season, including 2-0 at the AMP.

*The Friars are 8-0 in their last eight overtime home games.

*The Friars are 18-2 this season when scoring 71 or more points.

*The Friars are 14-1 this season when leading at halftime.

*The Friars are 16-1 when outrebounding opponents this season.

*In his last 16 games since Bryce Hopkins' injury, Devin Carter has averaged 21.7 points, 8.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.0 steals.

*Devin Carter has two games with 31 points and 13 rebounds this season -- at St. John's on 1/10 and vs. DePaul on 2/17 -- 31 pts and 13 rbs are both career highs.

*Of the 13 statistical categories the BIG EAST tracks, Devin Carter is in the top-10 in seven and in the top-15 in 11 of the 13.

*Devin Carter has scored 20 or more points 12 times this season (third in the BIG EAST) and he has posted 11 double-doubles (third in the BIG EAST).

*Devin Carter ranks 2nd in the BIG EAST in defensive rebounds (7.3), 3rd in 3 pt field goal % (.389), 3rd in minutes (35.1), 3rd in rebounding (8.4), 4th in 3 pt FGs made (2.6) and 5th in steals (1.7).

*Josh Oduro scored 28 points (26 in the second half) in the Friars' win over St. John's on 2/13.

*Josh Oduro recorded a season high of 32 pts and 12 rbs in an OT win over No. 19 Creighton on 2/7.

*Josh Oduro has registered four games of 30 + points in his career.

*Josh Oduro ranks 8th in the BIG EAST in scoring (16.2), 5th in FG% (.558), 5th in blocks (1.4), 8th in FT% (.803), 9th in defensive rebounds (4.9), 8th in rebounding (7.1) and 9th in offensive reb (2.2).

*Bryce Hopkins will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury which occured versus Seton Hall on 1/3. He averaged 15.5 ppg and 8.6 rpg in 14 games this season.

*The Friars are 632-241 (.724) all-time at the Amica Mutual Pavilion.

Friars To Play No. 2/2 UConn On March 9: The Friars will play No. 2/2 UConn on Saturday, March 9 at 8:00 p.m. on FOX. Providence holds a 31-48 mark all-time versus Connecticut. The Friars have posted a 16-17 mark all-time versus UConn in Providence, a 12-27 record versus the Huskies at UConn and a 3-4 mark on neutral courts. The Huskies are one of the Friars' oldest New England rivals with the first match up on January 21, 1928 when UConn won, 29-21, in Storrs. In the first matchup this season, UConn defeated the Friars, 74-65, in Storrs, Conn. The last time the two teams met in Providence, the Friars earned a 73-61 win on January 4, 2023 at the AMP.

Friars Defeat Georgetown: The Friars defeated the Georgetown Hoyas (9-21, 2-17 BIG EAST), 71-58, on Tuesday, March 5 at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. The Friars improved to 19-11 overall and 10-9 in BIG EAST play. Junior Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) led the way for the Friars with his 11th double-double of the season on 24 points and 12 rebounds. It also marked his 12th game with 20 or more points. He registered 20 of his 24 points in the second half. Graduate student Josh Oduro (Gainesville, Va.) tacked on 14 points by shooting 5-8 from the field and 4-4 from the line.

Devin Carter Trying To Become First Friar Since 2015-16 To Lead BIG EAST In Scoring: Junior Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) is leading the BIG EAST in scoring in league action at 21.2 points per game. Carter is looking to become the eighth Friar all-time to lead the BIG EAST in scoring and first since Ben Bentil (22.9) in 2015-16. Other Friars to lead the league in scoring - LaDontae Henton (20.6) in 2014-15; Bryce Cotton (18.3) in 2012-13; Marshon Brooks (26.0) in 2010-11; Herbert Hill (19.9) in 2006-07; Ryan Gomes (23.2) in 2004-05; and Eric Murdock (27.2) in 1990-91.

Devin Carter Named To Watch List For USBWA All-America And Oscar Robertson Award: It was announced on February 27 that Providence College junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) was named to the United States Basketball Writers Oscar Robertson National Player of the Year and All-America Watch Lists. The 40 players nominated for the Oscar Robertson Trophy and All-America consideration will be placed on the association's annual awards ballot, which will be distributed to USBWA members for voting.

Carter Leads The BIG EAST In Scoring: Friar junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) leads the conference in scoring in league play (21.2 ppg). He also ranks first in the league in overall scoring (19.2 ppg).

Devin Carter Named To Naismith Player Of The Year Midseason Team: It was announced on February 15 that junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) was one of 30 players named to the Naismith Player of the Year Midseason Team. Carter ranks first in the BIG EAST in scoring The Naismith Player of the Year Award is presented annually to the most outstanding men's player who achieves tremendous on-court success. Carter also was one of 15 players named to the the Naismith Defensive Player Of The Year Watchlist on February 7. He joins Zach Edey (Purdue), Tamin Lipsey (Iowa State) and Kevin McCullar (Kansas) as the only players on the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Watchlist and the Naismith Player of the Year Midseason Team.

Carter Named To The Naismith Defensive Player Of The Year Watchlist: It was announced on February 7 that junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) was one of 15 players named to the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Watchlist. The Naismith Defensive Player Of The Year is presented annually to the most outstanding men's and women's defensive basketball player who achieves tremendous on-court success.

Oduro Making His Mark In The BIG EAST: Graduate center Josh Oduro (Gainesville, Va.) has been making his mark in the BIG EAST this season. Oduro, who ranks eighth in the league in scoring (16.2), also ranks fifth in the league in blocked shots (1.4), fifth in field goal percentage (.558), eighth in free-throw percentage (.803 %), ninth in defensive rebounds (4.9), eighth in rebounding (7.1) and 11th in offensive rebounds (2.2).

Oduro Having A Strong Season: Graduate student Josh Oduro (Gainesville, Va.) ranks second on the team in scoring 16.2 ppg. He is third on squad in rebounding (7.1 rpg). Oduro registered 29 points and seven rebounds on 13-18 shooting from the field in the Friars' 78-64 win over Lehigh on November 24. He recorded 22 points on 8-10 shooting in the Friars' win over Georgetown on January 27. In the Friars' loss at No. 1/1 UConn on January 31, he recorded 20 points and nine rebounds. He posted his third double-double of the season when he recorded 18 points and 12 rebounds at Villanova on February 4. He has eight 20-point efforts for the season. Oduro recorded a season-high 32-point, 12-rebound effort in an overtime win over No. 19 Creighton on February 7. On February 13, he recorded 28 points, four rebounds and four assists versus St. John's. Oduro had 27 points and six rebounds in a win against DePaul on February 17.

Oduro Scores 32 Versus Creighton: Graduate student Josh Oduro (Gainesville, Va.) had a game-high 32 points and 12 rebounds in an overtime win over No. 19 Creighton on February 7. He was 12-24 from the field and 7-8 from the free-throw line. It was the fourth 30-point effort of his career.

Bryce Hopkins Suffers Season Ending Injury: It was confirmed on January 4 that Providence junior forward/guard Bryce Hopkins (Oak Park, Ill.) suffered a season ending injury on his left knee (torn ACL). "We all feel for Bryce and his family in this difficult time," Providence Head Coach Kim English said. "We will be with him throughout this process to help him comeback stronger than ever. We ask that all of Friartown keeps Bryce and his family in your thoughts and prayers." In 14 games this season, Hopkins averaged 15.5 ppg and 8.6 rpg.

Carter Second In The BIG EAST In Defensive Rebounds: Junior Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) is second in the BIG EAST in defensive rebounds at 7.2 per game (213 def. reb.). He had 31 points and 13 rebounds in the Friars' win over DePaul on February 17. On February 7, Carter recorded 28 points and 11 rebounds in an overtime win versus No. 19 Creighton. In the Friars' loss at St. John's on January 10, he had 31 points and 13 boards. In the Friars' loss at Creighton on January 6, Carter registered 25 points and 10 rebounds. On December 19, Carter scored 22 points, grabbed eight rebounds and had four assists in the Friars' win over No. 6/6 Marquette. On December 23, he recorded 24 points, nine rebounds and two assists in the Friars' overtime win over Butler. On February 21, he scored 22 points and collected 11 rebounds in a win at Xavier. Carter recorded 24 points and 12 rebounds in the Friars' win at Georgetown on March 5.

Pierre Ties His Career High At Xavier: Sophomore Jayden Pierre (Elizabeth, N.J.) tied his career high with 17 points in the Friars' win at Xavier on February 21. He also added five assists and three rebounds. He scored 14 points and registered five assists in the Friars' win over DePaul on January 17. He scored 17 points and added five assists in a loss at St. John's on January 10. He returned to his point guard duties in the Friars' win versus Rhode Island on December 2. The sophomore recorded 12 points, three assists and three rebounds in the win. Pierre had missed the previous three games with a leg injury. In 27 games this season, he is averaging 8.7 points and 3.3 assists.

Gaines Has A Big Block At Xavier: Graduate student Ticket Gaines (Buffalo, N.Y.) made a strong defensive play to help preserve the Friars' win at Xavier on February 21. With the Friars leading by two (77-75), Xavier's Desmond Claude drove to the basket and went up for a dunk. Gaines blocked the shot and secured the rebound before being fouled. He then sank both free throws and the Friars earned the 79-75 victory.Gaines registered a team-high 17 points as he was 5-7 from three-point territory in the Friars' win at Seton Hall on January 24. Gaines scored 17 points, including a game-tying three with 2.1 seconds left, in the Friars' overtime win over Butler on December 23. For the contest, Gaines was 5-12 from three-point territory. Gaines scored 18 points and was 5-10 from three-point territory in the Friars' win over No. 6/6 Marquette on December 19. He had a career-best seven threes in a win over Wagner on November 28. Gaines is 51-155 (.329) from three-point territory the season. Gaines is averaging 8.9 points and 4.2 rebounds per game this season.

Devin Carter Named BIG EAST Player Of The Week On February 19: It was announced on February 19 that junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) was named BIG EAST Player of the Week. It marked the second time this season that Carter earned the honor. He led the Friars to a 2-0 mark after averaging 22.5 points, 12.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 steals. He shot 62 percent from the field (13-21) and 67 percent (8-12) from three-point territory. He also posted a double-double in both wins. In the Friars' win over DePaul on February 17, Carter tied his career high in points (31) and rebounds (13). It marked his second 30-point effort of the season. He established a career best for threes when he went 7-10 from behind the arc versus DePaul. He also was an impressive 10-14 from the field. On February 13, Carter registered 14 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and two steals in the Friars' win over St. John's.

Devin Carter Named BIG EAST Player of the Week On December 27: It was announced on December 27 that junior guard Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) was named BIG EAST Player of the Week. It marked the first time he earned the honor in his career. Carter led the Friars to two wins as they defeated then No. 6/6 Marquette, 72-57, on December 19 and Butler, 85-75, in overtime on December 23. In the two wins, Carter averaged 23.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists while shooting 56 percent (14-25) from the field, including 50 percent (9-18) from three-point territory. On December 19, he registered a game-high 22 points, eight rebounds and four assists in a 72-57 win over then No. 6/6 Marquette. He was 5-9 from three. On December 23, Carter had a game-high 24 points along with nine rebounds and two assists in the team's 85-75 overtime win versus Butler. Carter scored 10 of the Friars' 16 points in the five-minute overtime to lead the team to the win. For the game he was 4-9 from three and 8-15 from the field.

Rich Barron Named BIG EAST Freshman Of The Week: It was announced on January 22 that freshman guard Rich Barron (Chicago, Ill.) was named BIG EAST Freshman Of The Week. Barron became the first Friar to earn BIG EAST Freshman of the Week accolades since A.J. Reeves earned the honor in 2018-19. Barron returned to his hometown and had his BIG EAST career high of 12 points on 4-5 shooting from the field, including 2-3 from three-point territory in the Friars' 100-62 win at DePaul on January 17.

Friars Add Bonke To Roster: Friar Head Coach Kim English announced on January 15 that student-athlete Anton Bonke (Port Vila, Vanuatu) has signed an athletic aid agreement to attend Providence College. Bonke transferred to Providence from Eastern Arizona College. Bonke enrolled for the 2024 spring semester at Providence College and is practicing with the team. He will not be eligible to compete in games until the 2024-25 academic year due to NCAA midyear enrollment transfer rules in basketball. Bonke, a 7-foot-2-inch center, has three seasons of eligibility remaining. Bonke played in 17 games this season at Eastern Arizona College. He helped the team post a 13-4 mark. He started 16 of the 17 games he played and averaged 18.3 minutes per game. Bonke averaged 9.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game for Eastern Arizona. He shot 58.5 percent (72-123) from the field. Bonke had a season-high 23 points on 11-18 shooting versus the College of Southern Nevada on November 9. He scored 10 points or more in nine of the team's 17 games. Bonke recorded a season-high 11 rebounds twice this season versus the College of Southern Nevada on November 9 and at Utah State Eastern on November 20.

Ryan Mela Signs A NLI To Attend PC: Providence College men's basketball Head Coach Kim English announced on Nov. 8 that student-athlete Ryan Mela of Natick, Mass., signed a National Letter of Intent to attend Providence College beginning in September of 2024. Mela, a 6-foot-6-inch, 205-pound forward attends The Newman School in Boston, Mass. In 2022-23, he averaged 19.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 3.3 steals for The Newman School. He followed that up with a productive summer with the Middlesex Magic on the Under Armour Circuit. Mela averaged 15.1 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.4 steals. His 15.1 points per game were tops on his Middlesex Magic squad as he helped the team capture the UAA Circuit Championship. Prior to transferring to The Newman School, Mela attended Natick High School. In his final season at Natick, he averaged 21 points and 11 rebounds per game.

Hopkins and Carter Earn Preseason All-BIG EAST Honors: It was announced on Oct. 24 that juniors Bryce Hopkins (Oak Park, Ill.) and Devin Carter (Miami, Fla.) each earned All-BIG EAST Preseason honors. Hopkins was named to the Preseason All-BIG EAST First Team and Carter earned Preseason All-BIG EAST Honorable Mention accolades. The two juniors helped the Friars post a 21-12 mark and advance to the NCAA Tournament in 2023.

Friars In Overtime: The Friars have recorded a 2-1 record in overtime games this season. They have recorded a 79-71 mark all-time in overtime games, including 9-2 in their last 11 games. The Friars are 2-0 at in overtime at the AMP this season and 8-0 in their last eight overtime games at the AMP.

Friars All-Time Versus Top-25 Teams: The Friars have posted a 132-282 (.319) mark all-time versus top-25 teams, including a 2-3 mark this season.

Friars At The Amica Mutual Pavilion: All-time, the Friars have recorded a 632-241 (.724) mark in 51 seasons of games at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. The AMP, formerly the Providence Civic Center and the Dunkin' Donuts Center, opened on November 3, 1972. The Friars had played their home games there for 48 consecutive seasons, prior to the 2020-21 season when the team played on campus at Alumni Hall with no fans in attendance due to the pandemic. PC posted a 15-2 mark at the AMP in 2022-23 and a 16-1 record in 2021-22 -- the team's best record at home since 1973-74.

Friars Are 104-5 In Non-Conference Home Over The Last 14 Years: The Friars have posted an 104-5 mark (.954) in their last 14 seasons in non-conference home games. The team's five losses over the last 14 years were to Brown (77-67) on December 8, 2014, Minnesota (86-74) on November 13, 2017, UMass (79-78) on December 7, 2018, Arkansas (84-72) on March 19, 2019 and Penn (81-75) on November 23, 2019. The Friars are 26-0 in their last 26 non-conference home games (2023-24, 8-0; 2022-23, 7-0; 2021-22, 8-0; 2020-21, 2-0; 2019-20, 2-0).

Providence College Basketball: The 2023-24 campaign marks the 97th season of basketball at Providence College. Since the program started in 1926-27, Providence has posted a 1,562-1,038 mark, good for a .600 winning percentage. The Friars have made the NCAA Tournament 22 times and the National Invitation Tournament on 20 occasions.

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Players Mentioned

Rich Barron

Anton Bonke

Devin Carter

Ticket Gaines

Bryce Hopkins

Josh Oduro

Jayden Pierre

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