Providence holds off DePaul to snap brief losing streak

Jaylin Sellers had 21 points while Stefan Vaaks scored 14, including a key 3-pointer in the closing minutes, as visiting Providence held on for a 71-68 win over DePaul in Big East play Saturday night at Chicago.

Jason Edwards added 17 points off the bench for the Friars (12-15, 5-11), who overcame 18 turnovers by shooting 51% from the field and 8 of 16 from distance to avoid a third straight defeat since beating DePaul 90-72 at home Feb. 7.

NJ Benson had 19 points with 10 rebounds for the Blue Demons (14-13...