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Pitino's Star: Ejiofor's Ascent to Glory
1 Mar
Summary
- Ejiofor was unanimously voted Big East Preseason Player of the Year.
- He averaged 15.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.9 blocks.
- He helped end St. John's 33-year Big East regular-season title drought.

Ephraim Ejiofor, a 6-foot-9 forward, has emerged as a standout player in men's college basketball. Unanimously selected as the 2025-26 Big East Men's Basketball Preseason Player of the Year, Ejiofor is exceeding expectations with averages of 15.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.9 blocks per game.
Ejiofor's journey to stardom was a gradual one. He began his college career at Kansas, playing limited minutes as a freshman. After transferring to St. John's, he saw increased playing time as a sophomore before a significant leap as a junior, starting all 36 games. His aggressive play and demeanor have earned high praise from coach Rick Pitino.
Most recently, Ejiofor played a pivotal role in St. John's ending a 33-year drought without a Big East regular-season title. He secured the championship for the Red Storm with a game-winning floater in the final game against Marquette, solidifying his status as a key player in college basketball.




