Ever since the midway point of the season, by which time it had become clear that St. John’s was deserving of consideration among the best teams in the country, analysts have wondered what would happen if the Red Storm’s proverbial Achilles’ heel truly reared its ugly head. In other words, could head coach Rick Pitino’s group — which entered the Round of 32 ranked 329th in 3-point field goal percentage at 30.8% — persevere in a game when their statistically chilly perimeter shooting turned extra icy? Could the Red Storm still find a way to win?
What had been nothing more than a thought experiment for the better part of the season was finally examined in earnest against 10th-seeded Arkansas on Saturday afternoon, a trip to the Sweet 16 at stake. St….
