St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino has addressed the controversy surrounding his decision to bench star player RJ Luis during the Round of 32 game. Pitino’s choice to keep Luis on the sidelines was widely questioned, especially given the player’s significant contributions to the team’s success.
When asked about the decision, Pitino was blunt, stating, “You already know why he didn’t play. Don’t ask leading questions.” He later reiterated that benching Luis was “100% the right decision.”
Pitino’s comments come after RJ Luis announced his decision to enter the transfer portal and declare for the NBA Draft process. While Pitino acknowledged that Luis had reached his potential with the team and was rooting for him to make it to the NBA, his defense of the benching decision has raised eyebrows.
The move has sparked debate among fans and analysts, with some questioning whether Pitino’s decision was justified. Nevertheless, Pitino remains unapologetic, and his comments have only added to the intrigue surrounding the situation.
