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Joson Sanon, Kelvin Odih latest St. John's basketball players to transfer

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St. John's basketball rumors: Red Storm is 'team to beat' for Kentucky transfer

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St. John's basketball is big game hunting in transfer portal for roster transformation

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Rick Pitino gets well-earned contract extension, raise with St. John's

Rick Pitino inks new contract to stay with St. John's

Rick Pitino has signed a new contract with St. John's, making him the Big East's second highest paid coach after leading the team to significant success.

Rick Pitino signs contract extension with St. John's basketball after historic three-year stretch

Rick Pitino has signed a contract extension with St. John's after a successful basketball season, aiming for future championships.

Joson Sanon, Kelvin Odih latest St. John's basketball players to transfer

Joson Sanon has decided to transfer from St. John's, becoming the fifth player to leave the program this offseason.

St. John's basketball rumors: Red Storm is 'team to beat' for Kentucky transfer

St. John's basketball aims to build a contending roster for next season, focusing on versatile players like Kentucky transfer Mouhamed Dioubate.

St. John's basketball is big game hunting in transfer portal for roster transformation

St. John's basketball team aims to build on recent success by targeting key players from the transfer portal for the upcoming season.

Rick Pitino gets well-earned contract extension, raise with St. John's

Rick Pitino has renewed his commitment to St. John's basketball with a reworked contract, solidifying his impact on the program.

Rick Pitino inks new contract to stay with St. John's

Rick Pitino has signed a new contract with St. John's, making him the Big East's second highest paid coach after leading the team to significant success.

Rick Pitino signs contract extension with St. John's basketball after historic three-year stretch

Rick Pitino has signed a contract extension with St. John's after a successful basketball season, aiming for future championships.

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Dylan Darling reveals wish for St. John's future after March Madness buzzer-beater

Dylan Darling aims to return to St. John's for another season after a memorable NCAA Tournament run.

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New starting backcourt emerges for St. John's basketball in blowout victory

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Dylan Darling reveals wish for St. John's future after March Madness buzzer-beater

Dylan Darling aims to return to St. John's for another season after a memorable NCAA Tournament run.

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New starting backcourt emerges for St. John's basketball in blowout victory

Rick Pitino Sends Clear Message on St. John's Coaching Future

Rick Pitino aims to continue coaching at St. John's, expressing a desire to coach until age 80 if possible.

Rick Pitino's Contract Secures Stability And Raises Expectations At St. John's

Rick Pitino's new contract with St. John's extends through 2030 and significantly increases his salary, reflecting high expectations for the program.

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St. John's athletic director says coach Rick Pitino signed new deal with contract extension

Rick Pitino has signed a contract extension with St. John's, keeping him through the 2029-30 season and making him the second-highest paid coach in the Big East.

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Rick Pitino amends contract with St. John's: Three things to know | Sporting News

Rick Pitino has agreed to an amended contract with St. John's, receiving a significant raise after leading the team to the Sweet Sixteen.

Sources: St. John's makes Rick Pitino 2nd-highest paid in Big East

Rick Pitino signed a new deal with St. John's, extending through 2029-30 and making him the Big East's second-highest paid coach.

2 months ago

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St. John's Rick Pitino passes Roy Williams for third in wins

Rick Pitino Sends Clear Message on St. John's Coaching Future

Rick Pitino aims to continue coaching at St. John's, expressing a desire to coach until age 80 if possible.

Rick Pitino's Contract Secures Stability And Raises Expectations At St. John's

Rick Pitino's new contract with St. John's extends through 2030 and significantly increases his salary, reflecting high expectations for the program.

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St. John's athletic director says coach Rick Pitino signed new deal with contract extension

Rick Pitino has signed a contract extension with St. John's, keeping him through the 2029-30 season and making him the second-highest paid coach in the Big East.

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Rick Pitino amends contract with St. John's: Three things to know | Sporting News

Rick Pitino has agreed to an amended contract with St. John's, receiving a significant raise after leading the team to the Sweet Sixteen.

Sources: St. John's makes Rick Pitino 2nd-highest paid in Big East

Rick Pitino signed a new deal with St. John's, extending through 2029-30 and making him the Big East's second-highest paid coach.

2 months ago

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St. John's Rick Pitino passes Roy Williams for third in wins

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"Broke My Heart": Dan Hurley's Wife Raises Issue With St. John's Fans Over March Madness Conduct

Andrea Hurley expressed disappointment over St. John's fans' behavior during UConn's Elite Eight game against Duke, despite rooting for St. John's.

St. John's Coach Rick Pitino Expresses Personal Opinion on UConn Coaches

Rick Pitino praises UConn and Duke coaches despite rivalry, emphasizing respect and class in college basketball.

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"Broke My Heart": Dan Hurley's Wife Raises Issue With St. John's Fans Over March Madness Conduct

Andrea Hurley expressed disappointment over St. John's fans' behavior during UConn's Elite Eight game against Duke, despite rooting for St. John's.

St. John's Coach Rick Pitino Expresses Personal Opinion on UConn Coaches

Rick Pitino praises UConn and Duke coaches despite rivalry, emphasizing respect and class in college basketball.

St. John's offseason: How Red Storm could approach the NCAA transfer portal | amNewYork

St. John's basketball program actively engages in the NCAA transfer portal to enhance its roster under coach Rick Pitino.

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Rick Pitino's Petty Proposal After St. John's Loss to Duke Actually Makes a Lot of Sense

Rick Pitino criticized NCAA media protocols after St. John's loss, suggesting the losing team should speak first to avoid prolonged disappointment.

Rick Pitino Slams NCAA Policy After St. John's Loss to Duke

Rick Pitino criticized NCAA policies regarding postgame press conferences for losing teams after St. John's loss to Duke.

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Rick Pitino Slams NCAA Policy After St. John's Loss to Duke

Duke overcame a 10-point deficit to defeat St. John's 80-75 in the NCAA tournament.

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Rick Pitino offers sharp suggestion to NCAA after St John's crushing loss to Duke: 'Left us disappointed'

Rick Pitino suggests NCAA let losing teams interview first after games to avoid disappointment.

St. John's offseason: How Red Storm could approach the NCAA transfer portal | amNewYork

St. John's basketball program actively engages in the NCAA transfer portal to enhance its roster under coach Rick Pitino.

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Rick Pitino's Petty Proposal After St. John's Loss to Duke Actually Makes a Lot of Sense

Rick Pitino criticized NCAA media protocols after St. John's loss, suggesting the losing team should speak first to avoid prolonged disappointment.

Rick Pitino Slams NCAA Policy After St. John's Loss to Duke

Rick Pitino criticized NCAA policies regarding postgame press conferences for losing teams after St. John's loss to Duke.

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Rick Pitino Slams NCAA Policy After St. John's Loss to Duke

Duke overcame a 10-point deficit to defeat St. John's 80-75 in the NCAA tournament.

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Rick Pitino offers sharp suggestion to NCAA after St John's crushing loss to Duke: 'Left us disappointed'

Rick Pitino suggests NCAA let losing teams interview first after games to avoid disappointment.

Top 3 Favorites to Replace Hubert Davis at UNC After Tommy Lloyd Decision

Rick Pitino and Tommy Lloyd are no longer candidates for the UNC head coach position, leaving Billy Donovan as the favorite.

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Rick Pitino Gives his Verdict on Jon Scheyer's Future Amid Mounting Pressure to Quit Duke | College Sports Network

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March Madness: St. John's turning point of the season was Providence melee

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Rick Pitino Sends Farewell Message to Team After NCAA Tournament Loss

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Rick Pitino hopes to 'get Duke at the buzzer' to make up for Christian Laettner shot

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March Madness: St. John's next chapter in team saga has right man for job in Rick Pitino

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Darling's layup seals St. John's tournament win over Kansas

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Rick Pitino Gives his Verdict on Jon Scheyer's Future Amid Mounting Pressure to Quit Duke | College Sports Network

Duke Blue Devils lost to UConn 72-73, ending their NCAA Tournament run, leading to increased pressure on coach Jon Scheyer.

March Madness: St. John's turning point of the season was Providence melee

St. John's NCAA Tournament journey ended with an 80-75 loss to Duke, marking their best season in over 25 years despite the defeat.

Rick Pitino Sends Farewell Message to Team After NCAA Tournament Loss

St. John's Red Storm lost to Duke, ending their season and Rick Pitino's third year as head coach.

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Rick Pitino hopes to 'get Duke at the buzzer' to make up for Christian Laettner shot

Rick Pitino has reached the Sweet 16 for the 14th time, holding the highest winning percentage among Division I coaches in March Madness history.

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March Madness: St. John's next chapter in team saga has right man for job in Rick Pitino

Rick Pitino's coaching success in NCAA Sweet 16 games is attributed to his thorough preparation and understanding of opponents.

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Darling's layup seals St. John's tournament win over Kansas

St. John's advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999 with a 67-65 win over Kansas, thanks to Dylan Darling's last-second layup.

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St. John's AD Reacts to Rick Pitino News After NCAA Tournament Loss

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Rick Pitino will continue historic run with St. John's after signing new contract | amNewYork

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How Much Is Rick Pitino's New Contract Worth? St. John's HC Becomes 2nd-Highest Paid After Dan Hurley | College Sports Network

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73-Year-Old Rick Pitino Makes Career Decision After NCAA Tournament Loss

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Rick Pitino isn't done: St. John's just doubled down on the most fascinating coach in college basketball

Rick Pitino's new deal signifies a revitalized St. John's program, transforming it into a competitive force in college basketball.

St. John's Red Storm makes history not seen in 40 years with win over Seton Hall

St. John's won the Big East regular-season title for the second consecutive year by defeating Seton Hall 72-65, with Rick Pitino establishing the program as a tournament contender.

St. John's AD Reacts to Rick Pitino News After NCAA Tournament Loss

Rick Pitino signed a restructured contract, becoming the second-highest paid coach in the Big East, after leading St. John's to a successful NCAA Tournament run.

Rick Pitino will continue historic run with St. John's after signing new contract | amNewYork

Rick Pitino signed a new deal with St. John's, extending his contract through the 2029-30 season and increasing his salary significantly.

How Much Is Rick Pitino's New Contract Worth? St. John's HC Becomes 2nd-Highest Paid After Dan Hurley | College Sports Network

Rick Pitino signed a new contract making him the second-highest-paid coach in the Big East, earning over $5 million annually.

73-Year-Old Rick Pitino Makes Career Decision After NCAA Tournament Loss

Rick Pitino has signed a new long-term deal with St. John's after leading the team to the Sweet 16 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

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Rick Pitino isn't done: St. John's just doubled down on the most fascinating coach in college basketball

Rick Pitino's new deal signifies a revitalized St. John's program, transforming it into a competitive force in college basketball.

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St. John's Red Storm makes history not seen in 40 years with win over Seton Hall

St. John's won the Big East regular-season title for the second consecutive year by defeating Seton Hall 72-65, with Rick Pitino establishing the program as a tournament contender.

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Where is St. John's College? Everything You Need to Know About March Madness' Cinderella School

St. John's basketball ranks ninth all-time in NCAA Division I wins with 1,973 and has appeared in 32 NCAA Tournaments, achieving nine Sweet 16s and two Final Fours.

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March Madness 2026: The best and worst from Sweet 16 Friday

Duke overcame a 10-point deficit to defeat St. John's, extending their winning streak to 14 games and showcasing strong performances from key players.

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Who Is Rick Pitino's Wife? All About Joanne Minardi and Her Relationship with the St. John's University Head Coach

Rick Pitino and Joanne Minardi have been married since 1976 and have six children together.

NCAA men's tournament: Rick Pitino's case for best men's college basketball coach ever

Rick Pitino's coaching success continues despite controversies and shooting struggles, leading St. John's to the Sweet 16.

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No. 15 St. John's counting on Zuby Ejiofor with Georgetown next up

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'You fear for your life every day': Kevin Willard says working for Rick Pitino 'miserable'

Why St. John's HC Rick Pitino followed through on white suit despite UConn loss

Rick Pitino wore his custom white suit to St. John's white-out game against Villanova after friends convinced him to continue the three-year tradition, resulting in an 89-57 victory.

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'You fear for your life every day': Kevin Willard says working for Rick Pitino 'miserable'

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Villanova HC Kevin Willard Details 'Miserable Experience' Working for St. John's HC Rick Pitino: 'You Fear for Your Life'

Kevin Willard describes working under Rick Pitino as intensely demanding and stressful, characterized by constant fear of job loss and relentless competitive pressure.

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NCAA men's tournament: Rick Pitino's case for best men's college basketball coach ever

Rick Pitino's coaching success continues despite controversies and shooting struggles, leading St. John's to the Sweet 16.

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No. 15 St. John's counting on Zuby Ejiofor with Georgetown next up

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New York Knicks

'You fear for your life every day': Kevin Willard says working for Rick Pitino 'miserable'

Why St. John's HC Rick Pitino followed through on white suit despite UConn loss

Rick Pitino wore his custom white suit to St. John's white-out game against Villanova after friends convinced him to continue the three-year tradition, resulting in an 89-57 victory.

New York Knicks

'You fear for your life every day': Kevin Willard says working for Rick Pitino 'miserable'

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Villanova HC Kevin Willard Details 'Miserable Experience' Working for St. John's HC Rick Pitino: 'You Fear for Your Life'

Kevin Willard describes working under Rick Pitino as intensely demanding and stressful, characterized by constant fear of job loss and relentless competitive pressure.

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For 73-year-old St. John's coach Rick Pitino, 'age is just a number'

Rick Pitino, at 73, continues to thrive as a coach, showing no signs of retirement despite the demands of the profession.

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St. John's star Zuby Ejiofor faces Kansas, the team 'I didn't really want to leave'

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For St. John's Zuby Ejiofor, a Win Will Show Kansas What It Lost

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St. John's star Zuby Ejiofor faces Kansas, the team 'I didn't really want to leave'

Zuby Ejiofor, a transfer from Kansas, aims to prove himself against his former team in the NCAA Tournament under coach Rick Pitino.

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For St. John's Zuby Ejiofor, a Win Will Show Kansas What It Lost

Rick Pitino praises Zuby Ejiofor's work ethic, comparing him to Billy Donovan, as St. John's advances in the tournament.

March Madness: Pitino, Strickland reunited at West Regional

Rick Pitino and Rod Strickland share a strong bond, with Strickland reflecting on their history and the significance of their upcoming NCAA Tournament matchup.

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'All the negativity that's in this town sucks': Revisiting Rick Pitino's iconic Celtics rant

Rick Pitino blamed external factors for the Celtics' struggles rather than accepting responsibility for roster decisions that weakened the team.

St. John's receives no favors with No. 5 seed at 2026 NCAA Tournament | amNewYork

St. John's earned a No. 5 seed despite winning 19 of 20 games and back-to-back Big East titles, facing unfavorable tournament positioning in San Diego against Northern Iowa.

Ejiofor leads No. 13 St. John's to 72-52 rout of No. 6 UConn for 2nd straight Big East tourney title

St. John's won consecutive Big East Tournament championships, defeating UConn 72-52 with dominant defense led by Zuby Ejiofor's seven blocks and nine rebounds.

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St. John's dominates UConn to repeat as Big East tourney champs

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Rick Pitino Posts Video of SJU Mascot Walking to Big East Tournament Game, Jokes About Travel Budget

Rick Pitino makes practice joke after Big East Tournament win vs. Providence

St. John's defeated Providence 85-72 to advance to the Big East Tournament semifinals against Seton Hall, continuing their pursuit of back-to-back conference championships under coach Rick Pitino.

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Providence draws tough task of shutting down Zuby Ejiofor, No. 13 St. John's

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Deadspin | Providence draws tough task of shutting down Zuby Ejiofor, No. 13 St. John's

Ejiofor leads No. 13 St. John's to 72-52 rout of No. 6 UConn for 2nd straight Big East tourney title

St. John's won consecutive Big East Tournament championships, defeating UConn 72-52 with dominant defense led by Zuby Ejiofor's seven blocks and nine rebounds.

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St. John's dominates UConn to repeat as Big East tourney champs

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Rick Pitino Posts Video of SJU Mascot Walking to Big East Tournament Game, Jokes About Travel Budget

Rick Pitino makes practice joke after Big East Tournament win vs. Providence

St. John's defeated Providence 85-72 to advance to the Big East Tournament semifinals against Seton Hall, continuing their pursuit of back-to-back conference championships under coach Rick Pitino.

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Providence draws tough task of shutting down Zuby Ejiofor, No. 13 St. John's

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Deadspin | Providence draws tough task of shutting down Zuby Ejiofor, No. 13 St. John's

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Bruce Pearl Had Very High Praise for St. John's Hall of Fame Coach Rick Pitino

Bruce Pearl called Rick Pitino the best coach he ever faced, expressing highest respect after they shared the National Coach of the Year honor.

Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg shines in front of Rick Pitino after recruiting snub

Yaxel Lendeborg scored 25 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists to lead Michigan to a 96-94 overtime win, highlighting St. John's decision not to retain him.

6 months ago

St. John's, Rick Pitino edge UConn, Dan Hurley in Big East men's basketball preseason poll

St. John's, led by Rick Pitino, is projected to win the Big East 2025-26 men's basketball title, with UConn close behind.

6 months ago

UConn HC Dan Hurley Makes Feelings Clear on Facing Rick Pitino's St. John's | College Sports Network

Dan Hurley and Rick Pitino hold a heated rivalry defined by contrasting coaching styles, high-stakes matchups, and significant fan and media interest.

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8 months ago

Rick Pitino continues to rub salt in the wound for UNC basketball fans

Pitino's comments about Ian Jackson being the 'most potential' player reflect a belief he has significant growth opportunities, highlighting a perceived gap in his fundamental game understanding.

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