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Yessoufou Joins St. John's, Ignites Final Four Hopes
28 May
Summary
- Tounde Yessoufou joins St. John's, boosting Final Four aspirations.
- Yessoufou averaged 17.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.0 steals.
- He will form a dynamic backcourt with Ian Jackson and Quinn Ellis.
Rick Pitino and the St. John's basketball program have landed a significant recruit in Baylor wing Tounde Yessoufou, a move poised to elevate them into Final Four contention for the upcoming season. Yessoufou, a dynamic 6-foot-5 player, was a standout freshman in the Big 12 Conference.
He impressed with averages of 17.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 steals, and 1.6 assists per game. Despite being a projected NBA Draft pick, Yessoufou opted to return to college for his sophomore year.
Yessoufou's arrival creates a formidable backcourt alongside returning guard Ian Jackson and EuroLeague point guard Quinn Ellis. His athletic prowess and ability to excel in transition are expected to fit seamlessly into St. John's uptempo style of play.
This acquisition was a top priority for St. John's, who sought an impact player to complete their roster. The addition of Yessoufou provides the team with a much-needed talent boost, potentially making them a Top 10-15 team on paper.
