Fansided · May 5, 2020
St. John’s basketball: Formerly known Ron Artest changes name again
The former St. John’s basketball standout that was formerly known as Ron Artest has changed his name once again.
Ever since leaving his hometown of Queens and his playing career at St. John’s the player formerly known as Ron Artest has lived a very interesting life.
Artest played at the school from 1997-1999 and led the Johnnies to a berth in the Elite Eight in his final collegiate season that ended in a 28-9 record (14-4 Big East).
In his final season in Queens, the New York native won the Haggerty Award, was named to the First Team All-Big East, and a Third Team All-American.