Summary
Rick Pitino has decided to stay as the head coach of St. John’s basketball team. Despite rumors about him possibly leaving, a new deal has been agreed upon to keep him with the team, though it may not have been officially signed yet.
Key Facts
- St. John’s basketball team recently lost to Duke in the NCAA Tournament.
- Rick Pitino, 73 years old, is the current head coach of St. John’s.
- Pitino's contract with St. John’s was initially set to run until the 2028-29 season.
- There were rumors about him leaving due to high-profile job openings elsewhere.
- A new deal has been agreed upon to extend his stay at St. John's, possibly making him the second-highest paid coach in the Big East Conference.
- St. John’s donor Mike Repole expresses strong support for the team and Pitino.
- The team faces a significant offseason with expected roster changes and will be active in the transfer portal.
