Providence hosts Albany in final prep before Big East play

When Providence landed Kentucky transfer Bryce Hopkins, hefty expectations loomed considering he was the program's highest-rated prospect since Kris Dunn.

Hopkins is living up to the hype.

Hopkins will look to continue his early-season dominance on Saturday when the Friars host Albany in Providence, R.I. It's their final nonconference action before beginning Big East play next weekend against Seton Hall.

Despite losing