St. John's Wins Over New Mexico 85-71

In a notable family showdown at Madison Square Garden, Rick Pitino's No. 22 St. John's defeated his son Richard Pitino's New Mexico team 85-71, marking Rick's third victory in four meetings against his son. RJ Luis Jr. led St. John's with an impressive performance, scoring 21 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and contributing seven assists, while Deivon Smith and Kadary Richmond added 15 and 14 points respectively. The game featured a lively atmosphere, with St. John's students chanting 'Who's your daddy?' as the Red Storm maintained control throughout the match. Despite Richard Pitino's Lobos cutting a 16-point deficit to four at one point, they struggled against St. John's aggressive play and rebounding efforts, ultimately falling to 1-1 against ranked teams this season. The win improved St. John's record to 4-0 as they prepare for a challenging matchup against No. 12 Baylor in the Bahamas. This event highlights the competitive spirit within the Pitino family and showcases the Red Storm's promising start to the season.