In an intriguing turn of events, the St. John's basketball team has leapfrogged over Utah to secure a spot in the tournament bracket. This development comes after Utah suffered a devastating loss to Oregon State on Thursday evening, marking it as their worst defeat of the season so far.

Thursday's game against Oregon State was not only a blow to Utah's overall record, but it also brought their total Quad 3 losses for the campaign to two. Moreover, their encounters with Arizona State resulted in a sweep, and they experienced a defeat against USC in their sole matchup. Adding to their woes, Utah also faced a neutral-court loss to St. John's, a team vying for a place in the tournament.

Despite these setbacks, it was St. John's who emerged victorious in the race to secure a spot in the bracket. As the regular season nears its final weekend, the outcome of conference tournaments looms large, as they are expected to play a significant role in determining the final bubble teams.

This sudden shake-up in the bracket signals the unpredictable nature of college basketball and showcases the importance of every game on a team's record. St. John's, seizing the opportunity, has managed to elevate their position in the bracket, while Utah now finds themselves on the outside looking in.

As the regular season winds down, basketball fans can expect a thrilling finish and fierce competition in the conference tournaments. These games will undoubtedly have a substantial impact on how the bubble teams secure their spots in the highly anticipated college basketball tournament.

With St. John's now replacing Utah in the bracket, the stage is set for an exciting conclusion to the regular season as teams fight tooth and nail to solidify their positions and make a compelling case for their inclusion in the tournament.