Despite six straight wins before its loss to UConn, St. John’s was not one of the first four teams to miss the tournament.
While Rick Pitino recognized that “bitterness does not help” after the NCAA selection committee snubbed St. John’s, the coach was critical of the NCAA Evaluation Tool rankings that serve a key role in assessing college basketball teams. “I think we all should probably never mention that word again because I think it’s fraudulent,” Pitino told SNY on Selection Sunday, after the missed out on the NCAA Tournament. St.
Pitino said in a statement Sunday that St. John’s would decline a bid to the NIT. “First and foremost, we have great respect for the National Invitation Tournament and St. John’s storied history in the event,” the statement said. “After thorough consideration of all that goes into postseason participation, we believe at this time it is best for our team and basketball program to prepare for next season. “We remain focused on building a championship-level basketball program here at St. John’s.
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