Could Seton Hall basketball build on its first Big East victory? The answer, after Saturday’s trip to Providence: some, but not enough. The Pirates performed well offensively once again, but succumbed to fouls and a backbreaking second-half run in a 91-85 defeat.

Seton Hall fans waited for months to see Kadary Richmond, their ally-turned-rival, make his return to the Prudential Center. From the opening tip-off, they booed vociferously whenever Kadary Richmond touched the ball,