Rick Pitino Earns 900th Career Win

Former Kentucky head coach Rick Pitino earned his 900th career win this afternoon when St. John’s beat Xavier 88-83.

Pitino is the fourth coach ever to accomplish the feat.

“But 900 means that I’ve had longevity. I spent 10 years in the pros. And so, 900 with 10 years in the pros is really something I’m very thankful to all my players and assistant coaches for helping me get there,” Pitino said after the game.

Xavier, of course, is coached by Pitino’s son, Richard Pitino.

Here is Pitino talking about the accomplishment:

Here is Richard Pitino talking about the game:

“I’m happy for him that he got 900. I think he’s the best coach to ever coach college basketball… he’s a phenomenal coach but I’m…