Providence saw a 20-point cushion cut to single digits before dispatching the Crusaders, 89-79, on Monday night at the AMP.

Preview the Nov 3 matchup between the Providence Friars and Holy Cross Crusaders with how to watch, tv channel info, ...

Freshman guard Stefan Vaaks scored a team-high 19 points as Providence beat visiting Holy Cross 89-79 in a season-opening battle of New England foes on Monday night.

BOTTOM LINE: Providence begins the season at home against Holy Cross. Providence finished 10-6 at home a season ago while going 12-20 overall. The Friars averaged 10.0 points off of turnovers, 11.5 ...