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St. John's Upsets Seton Hall, Coach Pitino Celebrates 899 Wins!

1/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

St. John's University men's basketball team defeated Seton Hall 65-60 at Madison Square Garden on January 20, 2026, as coach Rick Pitino celebrated his 899th career win.
Dillon Mitchell posted 17 points and 11 rebounds to pace St. John's and extend the win streak to five games.
After trailing 47-32 early in the second half, St. John's outscored Seton Hall 33-13 in the final 16 minutes.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship marked a significant upset as Villanova defeated Georgetown 66-64 on April 1, becoming the lowest-seeded team to win the title. This victory underscored the emergence of underdog teams in college basketball, a trend that continues today, exemplified by St. John's University under coach Rick Pitino, fostering a culture of resilience and excitement in the sport.

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Story summary

St. John's University men's basketball team defeated Seton Hall 65-60 at Madison Square Garden on January 20, 2026, as coach Rick Pitino celebrated his 899th career win.
Dillon Mitchell posted 17 points and 11 rebounds to pace St. John's and extend the win streak to five games.
After trailing 47-32 early in the second half, St. John's outscored Seton Hall 33-13 in the final 16 minutes.

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