St. John's, under head coach Rick Pitino, experienced a notable comeback in the Big East, finishing as the No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament after winning the Big East Tournament title. Pitino, receiving his first Naismith Coach of the Year award in his lengthy coaching career, celebrated a historic season. Despite the impressive achievements, including becoming Big East Regular Season Champions, St. John's faced disappointment with an early exit in the NCAA Tournament, losing to Arkansas in the second round after a victory over Omaha.
For the first time in his legendary career, Coach Pitino has been named the 2025 Werner Ladder Naismith Men's College Coach of the Year.
Late in his career, Pitino seems to have found a comfortable home in the Big East.
Although St. John's had a successful season, having won their conference tournament, they suffered an early round exit in the NCAA Tournament.
Rick Pitino has helped the Red Storm become one of the best teams in the nation, leading them to a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
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