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Bryce Hopkins Joins St. John's, Boosts Roster Amid Departures

3/31/2025

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Hopkins Joins St. John's

Providence standout Bryce Hopkins has chosen to join St. John's, teaming up with Arizona State transfer Joson Sanon. Coach Rick Pitino is thrilled about Hopkins, who averaged 17.0 points and 7.7 rebounds despite battling injuries. By selecting St. John's over Georgetown, Hopkins aims to strengthen a roster facing the departure of key players like RJ Luis Jr.

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Luis Transfers, Team Reshapes

St. John's basketball is bracing for a shake-up as standout RJ Luis Jr. heads to the transfer portal, eyeing a professional career. Coach Rick Pitino, though supportive, faces the challenge of reshaping the team. The transfer portal is vital, with Providence's Bryce Hopkins emerging as a promising candidate to step into Luis's shoes.

History

Historical Context

Bryce Hopkins' transfer to St. John's echoes a trend in college basketball where players seek new opportunities for growth. This mirrors the 1970s, when the NCAA first introduced the transfer rule, allowing athletes to change schools and reshape their careers, impacting team dynamics significantly.

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Hopkins Joins St. John's

Providence standout Bryce Hopkins has chosen to join St. John's, teaming up with Arizona State transfer Joson Sanon. Coach Rick Pitino is thrilled about Hopkins, who averaged 17.0 points and 7.7 rebounds despite battling injuries. By selecting St. John's over Georgetown, Hopkins aims to strengthen a roster facing the departure of key players like RJ Luis Jr.

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