A week later, Rick Pitino is looking toward the future, and he sees plenty of promise. “I think we’re just scratching our

Xavier brass was prepared once Sean Miller opted to leave for Texas. In a "team effort," the school landed on Richard Pitino Tuesday night.

"NEWS: St. John's RJ Luis will declare for the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility, and enter the NCAA transfer portal, his agent Sam Permut of Roc Nation told ESPN," Givony wrote. "Big East player of the year and tournament MVP."

Donovan Dent scored 21 points in the Lobos' NCAA tournament win over Marquette, and 14 in their Round of 32 loss to Michigan State.

Xavier made a big splash Tuesday night when it announced the hiring of New Mexico's Richard Pitino as Sean Miller's replacement.

Advertisement Not only that but a decision that will follow Rick Pitino and St. John’s for a long time. Probably for however long it takes to get back here and advance. Four minutes and 56 seconds.

Olen's team broke through with 30 wins this season and reached the NCAA Tournament, losing to Michigan in the first round.