One week ago, St. John’s struggled with mid-major opponent Towson.

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The Johnnies found a way to win that game .

Saturday night, they lost, but there were reasons to be encouraged by the 96-94 overtime setback to Michigan at the Garden.

There was progress — in the Johnnies’ fight, their ability to rally several times from deficits and the overall play of their frontcourt.

“I saw a lot of really good things,” coach Rick Pitino said afterward. “But I think the weakness is just eight new guys [getting used to] playing together. Great game — great game.”

It was an entertaining exhibition

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