Rick Pitino Criticizes Officials in Baylor Loss

St. John's coach Rick Pitino expressed outrage over officiating after his team's narrow 99-98 double-overtime loss to Baylor in the Baha Mar Hoops Championship. Pitino criticized the decision to review a foul on Zuby Ejiofor before he missed two crucial free throws, calling it 'highly unethical' and claiming it disrupted his player's rhythm. The review was initiated by Baylor coach Scott Drew, who alleged an elbow incident, but it did not change the call on the floor. Pitino also noted a troubling clock issue that may have affected the game's final moments. Despite the loss, he acknowledged Baylor's execution and shooting skills. Pitino's comments drew backlash on social media, with many recalling his own controversial past in college basketball.