Malachi Jordan Becomes Rick Pitino's Highest-Ranked Recruit At St. John's

Malachi Jordan, a top-25 senior, has committed to St. John's, he told ESPN on Tuesday. Jordan becomes Rick Pitino's highest-ranked recruit since taking over the Red Storm in 2023. Jordan is also the program's first top-25 recruit since Rysheed Jordan chose St. John's in 2013. "Coach Pitino has a rich history of developing players," said Jordan. "The only promise he made was that he'd help me reach my full potential. He is true to his word, and I felt like his coaching and character would help...