Babacar Sane’s Legal Fight Over NCAA Eligibility
A New York Supreme Court order allows Babacar Sane to remain on the court for St. John’s as the NCAA reassesses his eligibility for the 2026‑27 season.
Sep 8, 2026
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Rick Pitino Reflects on 50 Years of Coaching and St. John’s 2026–27 Outlook
A look at Rick Pitino’s milestone career, the Red Storm’s recent triumphs, and the ambitious non‑conference slate that awaits the 2026–27 roster.
Aug 27, 2026
Keyshawn Hall Commits to St. John’s, Adding Scoring Power to Red Storm
Top transfer prospect Keyshawn Hall has pledged to St. John’s men’s basketball, bringing NBA summer‑league experience and a high‑octane offensive skill set to a roster that is reshaping its frontcourt for the upcoming season.
Aug 26, 2026
Visa hurdle derails Jovanovic’s American dream
Montenegrin forward Djordije Jovanovic will not join St. John’s University due to visa issues, instead signing with Buducnost Podgorica for the 2026‑27 season, marking the second roster change after Gildas Gimenez's academic ineligibility.
Aug 20, 2026
2026‑27 College Basketball Point Guard Rankings Unveiled
Sports Illustrated’s latest Top 10 list of point guards for the 2026‑27 season offers a snapshot of the talent poised to reshape college basketball’s next chapter, spotlighting players whose performances could drive both individual accolades and team titles.
Aug 10, 2026
NCAA’s New Eligibility Rules Send Shockwaves Through International Recruiting
The NCAA's recent guidance on foreign players' eligibility has created a volatile recruiting landscape, forcing coaches to rethink scholarship allocations and prompting a wave of early commitments from overseas talent.
Jul 30, 2026
St. John’s Pursues New Assistant Coach Amid Roster Overhaul
The university is hiring an assistant coach linked to Rick Pitino, promoting Steve Masiello to dual coaching and general manager duties, and finalizing a roster that includes international veterans and a Baylor transfer.
Jul 29, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball: Coaching Shifts, Star Returns, and Transfer Portal Overhaul
The 2026‑27 men’s college basketball season promises dramatic changes, from high‑profile coaching moves to marquee player returns and a transfer portal that has reshaped rosters nationwide.
Jul 24, 2026
Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka Bolsters St. John’s Roster
St. John’s has completed its offseason roster by adding Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, a 6‑foot‑10 player with Bundesliga and EuroCup experience, to fill the void left by Donnie Freeman’s season‑ending injury.
Jul 24, 2026
St. John’s Adds Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka to Roster
St. John's University announced the addition of Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, who brings Bundesliga experience and national team credentials after Donnie Freeman's season‑ending injury.
Jul 23, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Eyes Elite Eight as Pitino Leads Revamped Roster
St. John’s University is gearing up for another deep postseason run, bolstered by a mix of seasoned holdovers and new global recruits under head coach Rick Pitino.
Jul 23, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Faces Setback After Freeman’s Injury
Following Donnie Freeman's torn Achilles, St. John's relies on international talent and emerging prospects to maintain competitiveness.
Jul 8, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Casts Doubts on St. John’s Title Hopes
St. John's will be without forward Donnie Freeman for the 2026‑27 campaign after a ruptured Achilles sustained during a workout, a setback that threatens their bid for a third consecutive conference championship.
Jul 1, 2026
Rick Pitino Bolsters St. John’s Roster with Spanish Guard Gildas Gimenez
St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino has welcomed Spanish guard Gildas Gimenez to the program, a move that underscores the team’s growing global reach and ambition to secure a third straight Big East regular‑season and tournament title.
Jul 1, 2026
St. John’s Hunts Full‑Time General Manager After Ostrom’s Interim Tenure
St. John's University is seeking a permanent general manager following Tom Ostrom’s interim role, aiming to sustain its recent basketball success.
Jun 12, 2026
UConn Tops Early Big East Men’s Basketball Rankings
CBS Sports' early Big East rankings place UConn at the summit, highlighting a potent backcourt led by Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins while noting frontcourt instability and key transfer additions.
Jun 5, 2026
Big East Basketball Poised for a 2026‑27 Surge
The league's revenue‑sharing model and strategic player moves have positioned the Big East as a top contender in next season's national picture.
Jun 4, 2026
SI’s Preseason Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Set the Stage for 2026‑27
Sports Illustrated’s preseason Top 25 reveals Florida at No. 1, but a wave of transfers and roster changes promises a volatile year across the nation’s elite programs.
Jun 2, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Ripple Effect
A wave of high‑profile players have pulled out of the NBA Draft, prompting major programs to adjust their line‑ups and recruit new talent.
May 31, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Top 25: Who Returns, Who Rises
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
May 29, 2026
Florida Gators Ascend to No. 1 as Draft Withdrawal Reshapes AP Top 25
The NBA Draft withdrawal deadline has clarified rosters and reshaped the projected AP Top 25 for men's college basketball, with Florida Gators moving to the top spot after Reuben Chinyelu's return and other notable transfers.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
May 28, 2026
Tounde Yessoufou Withdraws from NBA Draft, Commits to St. John’s as Kentucky Eyes Portal Standout
Baylor’s freshman guard Tounde Yessoufou has pulled his name from the 2026 NBA Draft, pledging to play for Rick Pitino at St. John’s. Meanwhile, Kentucky is emerging as a top contender for the highly rated Milan Momcilovic, a three‑point shooting specialist from Iowa State.
May 28, 2026