Rick Pitino has successfully transformed St. John's into an NCAA Tournament contender after a strong second season. Despite this progress, the team faces challenges due to major roster changes caused by the transfer portal, particularly at the point guard position. Insight from CBS Sports reporter Jon Rothstein emphasizes the significance of Ian Jackson, a potential standout recruit from North Carolina, as a crucial addition to fill that gap. As St. John's prepares for the upcoming season, their impressive transfer class suggests they could be a top contender in college basketball.
"A transfer portal class that is unequivocally the best in college basketball. Does that mean that St. John's is going to be the best team in the sport next season? We don't know that."
"There's a major point guard problems and concerns for St. John's in terms of having an identifiable piece right out the gate. Rick Pitino has openly said that Ian Jackson is the main person at that position."
"St. John's will enter the 2025-26 season with the most talented roster in college basketball."
"If anybody can mold someone through summer of play development, it's Rick Pitino."
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