St. John’s lands Baylor transfer Tounde Yessoufou as Rick Pitino reloads for a third-straight Big East title push. Can the Red Storm’s revamped backcourt—featuring Quinn Ellis, Ian Jackson, and Yessoufou—make them a legitimate top-10 contender this season?

Isaac Schade and David Berov break down St. John’s dramatic NBA Draft withdrawal win, analyze how Yessoufou’s explosive athleticism and scoring will fit alongside EuroLeague-tested Quinn Ellis and versatile Ian Jackson, and debate solutions for replacing Big East Player of the Year Zuby Ejiofor in the frontcourt. From transition offense to positional flexibility, they explore the Red Storm’s improved point guard depth, the impact of newcomers Donnie Freeman and Theo Edema, and whether Pitino’s “positionless basketball” can propel St. John’s past UConn in the Big East hierarchy. Don’t miss this insider look at one of college basketball’s most intriguing off-seasons.

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SHOCKWAVE: St. John's Lands Tounde Yessoufou at Withdrawal Deadline; 3rd Straight Big East TITLE?!

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SHOCKWAVE: St. John's Lands Tounde Yessoufou at Withdrawal Deadline; 3rd Straight Big East TITLE?!