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
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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
Theo Edema Set to Bolster St. John’s Men’s Basketball Program
Top-15 recruit Theo Edema will join St. John's for the 2026-27 season, bringing elite size and a developing skill set under coach Rick Pitino.
Jul 28, 2026
Nigerian Prospect Theo Edema Commits to St. John’s Red Storm
Top‑15 center Theo Edema, a 6‑foot‑11 Nigerian with a 7‑foot‑5 wingspan, signs with St. John’s, aiming to contribute off the bench under coach Rick Pitino.
Jul 28, 2026
Big East’s New Playbook: Money, Transfers, and Coaching Strategies
The Big East is charting a new course as it seeks to translate its recent tournament disappointments into a more competitive future, driven by increased NIL budgets, strategic portal moves, and high‑profile coaching initiatives.
Jul 28, 2026
Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka Joins St. John’s Men’s Basketball Team
St. John's replaces injured player Donnie Freeman with Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, a six‑year European veteran who brings shooting, mobility and a reunion with teammate Ruben Prey.
Jul 24, 2026
St. John’s Secures Hungarian Forward Zsombor Maronka Ahead of Big East Push
St. John's University has added Hungarian power forward Zsombor Maronka to its roster, bolstering depth and international flair as the team eyes another Big East championship.
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
The 2026 Transfer Portal Superlatives: Who Moved, Who Stayed, and What It Means
From Ole Miss landing Australian guard Ben Henshall to Texas securing top offensive and defensive talents, the 2026 transfer portal has produced a wave of high‑profile moves that could redefine the power‑conference picture.
Jul 8, 2026
Five Rising Stars Set to Shape the Upcoming College Basketball Season
Analysts identify five breakout candidates whose skills and projected roles could redefine their teams' dynamics and influence the national narrative.
Jun 30, 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
Milan Momcilovic Returns for Senior Season, Igniting Transfer Portal Frenzy
Milan Momcilovic, the No. 2 transfer portal prospect, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft, choosing instead to complete his senior year and reshape the upcoming college basketball landscape.
May 28, 2026
Rick Pitino’s PHD Philosophy Transforms St. John’s Basketball
Veteran coach Rick Pitino is reshaping St. John's men's basketball with a ‘PHD’ mentality, blending experienced returnees and fresh European talent to compete at a high level.
May 21, 2026
St. John’s Prepares for Ruben Prey to Anchor the Frontcourt
St. John's basketball team is set to transition into a new era with Ruben Prey stepping into the starting center role, backed by strong endorsements from Coach Pitino and key teammates.
May 19, 2026
St. John’s secures 4‑star center Theo Edema in class of 2026 reclassification
Theo Edema, a 4‑star center originally ranked No.33, will reclassify to the 2026 class and join St. John's this summer, adding depth to a frontcourt that already includes Lazar Stojkovic and Ruben Prey.
May 19, 2026