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Father's Day: Rick Pitino wins latest coaching matchup against son as No. 22 St. John's tops UNM

Nov. 17, 2024 17:55 PM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — With the outcome already decided in the waning seconds, St. John's students couldn't resist. “Who's your daddy? Who’s your daddy?” came the chant in a crowd of 12,310 at Madison Square Garden. Father was best in this family affair. ...

Rick Pitino defeats his son in their latest coaching clash as No. 22 St. John's tops New Mexico

Nov. 17, 2024 17:54 PM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — Rick Pitino defeated his son in their latest coaching clash as No. 22 St. John's passed its first real test this season, topping New Mexico 85-71 on Sunday behind 21 points and 11 rebounds from RJ Luis Jr. Deivon Smith added 15 points and all five starters scored in...

Back in Top 25 spotlight, No. 22 St. John's puts away Wagner to set up Pitino father-son showdown

Nov. 14, 2024 00:28 AM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — In their return to the national rankings, Rick Pitino and his St. John's team didn't exactly look ready for prime time. Not to start, at least. The finish was pretty encouraging. Deivon Smith drained a 3-pointer midway through the second half to spark...