Kevin Connelly

Kevin Connelly

Joined: Jan 25, 2018

Site Expert of Ball Durham and Storm The Paint, which covers Duke and St. John's, respectively.

Nov 17, 2024; New York, New York, USA; St. John's basketball guards Kadary Richmond (1) and RJ Luis Jr. (12) celebrate in the second half against the New Mexico Lobos at Madison Square Garden.

St. John's basketball players quickly sign deals after NBA Draft, including RJ Luis

Jan 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Peacock reporter Caroline Pineda and St. John's basketball guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) at Madison Square Garden.

St. John's basketball NBA Draft drought continues after RJ Luis goes undrafted

2025 NBA Draft - Content Circuit, Media Availability and Portraits; Walter Clayton Jr. before the NBA Draft

Walter Clayton confident Rick Pitino will transform Ian Jackson into a point guard

Mar 14, 2025; New York, NY, USA; St. John's basketball guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) is introduced before a semifinal game against the Marquette Golden Eagles at Madison Square Garden.

St. John's basketball looking to snap lengthy draft drought behind RJ Luis

Travelers Championship 2025 - Final Round; Keegan Bradley wins the Travelers Championship

Keegan Bradley completes miraculous comeback to win title at Travelers Championship

2025 Naismith Awards Brunch; St. John's basketball head coach Rick Pitino

Rick Pitino lauds athleticism, shooting ability of St. John's after summer practice

Mar 17, 2025; Dayton, OH, USA; St. John's basketball transfer guard Ian Jackson (11) shoots the ball during the First Four Practice at UD Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Every roster move involving the St. John's basketball team this offseason

Cleveland Cavaliers v New York Knicks - Game Four; St. John's basketball head coach Rick Pitino at the New York Knicks game

Rick Pitino endorses former St. John's basketball superstar to be Knicks head coach

Arkansas v St. John's; St. John's basketball head coach Rick Pitino

St. John's makes final addition with freshman guard that has local connection

Cleveland Guardians v New York Yankees; St. John's basketball head coach Rick Pitino

Rick Pitino defends RJ Luis' controversial decision to remain in 2025 NBA Draft

Cleveland Guardians v New York Yankees; St. John's basketball head coach Rick Pitino

Rick Pitino jokes Yankees star Aaron Judge not quick laterally to play basketball

St. John's basketball player cannot not attend workouts due to U.S. visa policies

Feb 1, 2025; New York, New York, USA; St. John's basketball guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) takes a three point shot in the first half against the Providence Friars at Madison Square Garden.

St. John's basketball is big winner after NBA Draft withdrawal deadline

Mar 15, 2025; New York, NY, USA; St. John's basketball guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) celebrates his three point shot against Creighton Bluejays forward Jasen Green (0) during the second half at Madison Square Garden.

RJ Luis remains in NBA Draft rather than return to college and enter transfer portal

Feb 26, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; St. John's basketball transfer guard Joson Sanon (3) shoots over Brigham Young Cougars forward Richie Saunders (15) during the second half at Desert Financial Arena.

St. John's basketball transfer withdraws from NBA Draft to play for Rick Pitino

2025 PGA Championship - Final Round; Team USA captain and former St. John's golf star Keegan Bradley

Team USA captain Keegan Bradley gifts free Ryder Cup tickets to St. John's golfers