St. John's Rick Pitino introduces his "finest collection of athletes"

St. John's basketball team has high expectations, believing it is a Top 10 team and a Final Four contender. Coach Rick Pitino has implemented a 'point-less' system, moving away from traditional point guard roles. Freshman Kelvin Odih has emerged as a standout player. Intrasquad scrimmages showcased the talent level, with significant contributions from new players. With Ian Jackson transitioning from North Carolina, he is regarded as a potential NBA lottery pick and key part of the team's future.

For sure. It's just about coming in every day and competing . . . when we hit this hardwood, it's 'go time.' The sky's the limit for this team.

Pitino has eschewed the concept of designating someone as the team's point guard to instead go with what he's calling a 'point-less' system.

This is the finest collection of athletes I've had in 51 years - no egos.

Jackson is viewed as a potential NBA lottery pick and will be converted from shooting guard to point guard at St. John's.

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