St. John’s Wins First Big East Regular-Season Title Since 1985

The Red Storm, led by coach Rick Pitino, achieved the milestone in his second season, marking a historic turnaround for the program.

St. John’s defeated Seton Hall 71-61 to secure its first outright Big East regular-season championship in 40 years.
The team opted for a modest celebration, focusing on upcoming goals such as the Big East Tournament and a deep NCAA Tournament run.
Coach Rick Pitino’s leadership has been pivotal, delivering on his 2023 promise to restore the program’s prominence.
Star players RJ Luis Jr. and Zuby Ejiofor emerged as key contributors, with Luis averaging 17.7 points and Ejiofor providing strong performances in the paint.
This achievement honors the legacy of former coach Lou Carnesecca, who passed away earlier this season at age 99.