Pitino is rarely mentioned in such a debate in part because his 758 career victories, his .712 winning percentage and even his two NCAA titles (one of which the NCAA “vacated” due to sanctions) fall far short of other contenders. [Yahoo Fantasy Bracket Mayhem is back: Enter for a shot to win up to $50K]

During the final moments of St. John’s University’s 70-64 win over Marquette in February, my eyes were fixed on Rick Pitino on the sidelines. The veteran coach, currently in his second season leading St.

As an individual who worked with Pitino for years, Willard could rightfully say what he did about Pitino. By referring to Pitino as a “World-Famous ballbuster,” Willard meant that Pitino is a coach who pushes his players to their limits.