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Peyton Siva, the 2013 national champion point guard who led Louisville to glory, is returning to Rick Pitino’s side—this time as an assistant coach at St. John’s. A full-circle moment for a player with championship DNA, Siva brings elite leadership and deep program loyalty after two years mentoring at his alma mater. With NBA experience, overseas titles, and Hall of Fame honors on the horizon, he’...

Ian Jackson’s return to St. John’s is heating up the college hoops scene before tipoff—Coach Pitino’s glad he’s back in his natural scoring role after last year’s point guard experiment. Expect big numbers from the North Carolina transfer, who’s now focused on what he does best. With Baylor transfer Tounde Yessoufou also poised to score, St. John’s offense looks stacked. Meanwhile, off-court legal...

NCAA eligibility rules are sparking legal battles that could reshape college sports, with players like Keyshawn Hall caught in the crosshairs. After a standout year at UCF and a near-NBA draft decision, Hall is now fighting to return to St. John’s for one more season — only to face a temporary court block in Ohio. His case isn’t just personal; it’s a flashpoint for athletes nationwide navigating s...

Keyshawn Hall’s bid to return to the court this season hit a major roadblock as the Ohio Court of Appeals denied his emergency request to regain eligibility, leaving him sidelined for St. John’s opener against Monmouth. The ruling upholds an NCAA stay that bars him from playing despite transferring from Auburn this summer. While Hall’s path remains legally tangled, teammates like Babacar Sane are...

NyCeara Pryor, the first NCAA D1 player to ever reach 2,200 points, 550 assists, and 450 steals, is making history as St. John’s newest point guard. Averaging over 16 points, 7 assists, and 3.5 steals per game, she’s a two-time NEC Player of the Year and SEC All-Defensive Team honoree who led her teams to NCAA Tournament bids and dominated steals nationally — all while standing just 5-foot-3. Afte...

St. John’s men’s basketball just unveiled a historic 2026-27 schedule — for the first time ever, they’re bringing all their Big East home games to Madison Square Garden, with only a few non-conference matchups left at Carnesecca. They’re returning to the Players’ Era Festival in Vegas for a bigger 16-team tournament, opening against Oregon and facing potential clashes with Tennessee or Maryland, e...

The Big East basketball season is heating up with blockbuster matchups, gritty rivalries, and breakout stars poised to dominate. From UConn vs. St. John’s to Marquette taking on Seton Hall, every game feels like a heavyweight showdown with national implications. Coaches like Dan Hurley and Shaheen Holloway are pushing their squads to the limit, while players like Nigel James Jr. and Najae Hines co...

The Big East just dropped St. John’s schedule, and Rick Pitino’s Red Storm are ready to keep their championship streak alive — starting with a Madison Square Garden showdown against DePaul on Dec. 19. They’ll hit the road for three straight games before returning home for Georgetown on Jan. 6, then face Providence twice, including a wild matchup against Rick Pitino’s son Richard at Xavier in Cinci...

St. John’s men’s basketball just dropped a jaw-dropping 2026-27 schedule packed with history, hype, and home-court dominance — all 31 games, including 14 at Madison Square Garden, where they’ll host every Big East home game for the first time ever. They’re kicking things off with two October exhibitions against Rutgers and Texas, then diving into marquee matchups like Arizona in December and a lon...

Big East basketball is heating up with a major rematch on the horizon: St. John’s hosts UConn at Madison Square Garden on January 29th—the same venue that hosted last year’s championship showdown. After St. John’s claimed the title in a dramatic finish, UConn delivered revenge later in the season. With both teams loaded with experience and firepower—St. John’s under Rick Pitino and UConn led by Da...

UConn and St. John’s are set to clash twice in the 2026-27 Big East season, with high-stakes matchups rumored for Madison Square Garden and Connecticut — pitting coaching titans Rick Pitino and Dan Hurley against each other. Both teams boast recent conference dominance and national title pedigree, but roster uncertainty looms for St. John’s as key players navigate transfers and eligibility, while...

St. John’s basketball is in legal chaos as key players fight for eligibility: Babacar Sane gets a temporary win, Keyshawn Hall’s case stalls after an initial injunction, and Reed Bailey’s North Carolina ruling keeps him in limbo—while Quinn Ellis looms with NCAA uncertainty. All three are primed for starting roles, making this season’s legal battles critical to their court time and the team’s succ...

Tounde Yessoufou, the former Baylor guard who shocked scouts by withdrawing from the NBA Draft, is headed to St. John’s — and the Big East is already buzzing. A defensive menace with heart and versatility, he’s expected to thrive under Rick Pitino’s system, averaging 17 points and nearly 6 rebounds last season. With a chance to be Big East Player of the Year and a potential lottery pick in 2027, Y...

St. John’s basketball takes a major hit as key transfer Donnie Freeman undergoes surgery for a torn Achilles, forcing Coach Pitino to reshuffle his roster. With Freeman sidelined, guards Ian Jackson, Quinn Ellis, and Tounde Yessoufou must shoulder even greater responsibilities. Babacar Sane, recently averaging 13 points and 5 rebounds for Senegal, could slide into Freeman’s starting role, bringing...

Eight former St. John’s players are making their mark on the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, showcasing Rick Pitino’s rising talent pipeline. The squad includes three recent draft picks—Zuby Ejiofor, Dillon Mitchell, and Bryce Hopkins—alongside Oziyah Sellers (Knicks), Kadary Richmond (Wizards), Deivon Smith (Warriors), Chris Ledlum (Rockets), and Aaron Scott (Nets). Some have already battled in e...

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St. John’s returns to Birmingham for a high-stakes rematch against Alabama in the C.M. Newton Classic, a game steeped in history and rivalry. With both teams boasting Sweet Sixteen resumes and fresh, loaded rosters, this matchup promises fireworks. Coach Pitino, who once learned from Newton himself, brings a personal connection to the event — and a solid 11-4 record against Alabama. St. John’s, ri...