Rick Pitino, the St. John's coach, initially criticized the team, calling them the most unenjoyable thing in his life. He later apologized for his comments after St. John's snapped a losing streak and took responsibility for the team's performance. Pitino's remarks stirred controversy, with some offended and others indifferent to his behavior. Freshman player Simeon Wilcher expressed commitment to St. John's despite limited playing time.
Simeon Wilcher says he's all-in on St. John's for the future. Hasn't been upset by lack of playing time. "I'm in no rush." #sjubb
‘Clearly this year hasn’t gone according to plan.’ @NYPost_Brazille talks with @BrandonLondonTV about the reaction to Rick Pitino’s harsh criticism of his players, St. John’s alumni contributing to NIL deals Story: https://t.co/C7jxeiYgqs Video: https://t.co/gsL2mLt2ya https://t.co/efkZgIc1YB
The mea culpa came three days after Rick Pitino, 71, declared this season, his first with St. John’s, the “most unenjoyable experience” of his five-decade coaching career. @petersblendorio https://t.co/i7JAM24TCP
Rick Pitino walks back harsh criticism as St. John's snaps losing skid https://t.co/Y1QlWBPVvU
Rick Pitino Walks Back Criticism of St. John’s Players After Win Over Georgetown https://t.co/jbfM0Rttx3
Rick Pitino profusely apologized to St. John’s players for critical comments: ‘I’m at fault’ https://t.co/OcOgGWbNmV https://t.co/8EzMCDiIRs
Welcome to the Rick Pitino Show. Those not familiar were offended by the St. John's coach's recent postgame screed. Those who've seen this act, however, were somewhere between bemused and indifferent. @DanaONeilWriter on the latest episode ⤵️ https://t.co/TI7H8hwJDx
Rick Pitino takes responsibility for St. John’s season spiraling https://t.co/ffTcT6RZuu https://t.co/91jaKP7dy2
Rick Pitino has high hopes for St. John’s freshman Simeon Wilcher https://t.co/bJZ5hEKTXc https://t.co/HG0EpNIfwU
Rick Pitino Won't Apologize For Saying This St. John's Team Is The Most Unenjoyable Thing In His Life, Doubles Down On It All https://t.co/0EBla2WFwE https://t.co/je8VaJ5lph