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Both hosts emphatically asserted that the season should not be seen as a waste. Many had underestimated St. John's at the start of the season, and the transformation under coach Rick Pitino was remarkable. They had regained a sense of competitiveness, engaging fans and reinstating pride within the program. However, the harsh reality of tournament play became evident as their inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities—most remarkably, a staggering two of twenty-two from three-point range—ultimately cost them dearly.