St. John’s Lands First Transfer of 2024 Cycle

USC transfer Vincent Iwuchukwu looks to make an immediate impact.

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Torch Graphic / Megan ChapmanAs last year’s men’s basketball team captain Joel Soriano sets his sights on the NBA, head coach Rick Pitino and company may have found his replacement.

Following a dormant opening period in the transfer portal full of interest, rumors and visits, the Red Storm finally made a move. On April 23, USC’s 7’2 big man Vincent Iwuchukwu officially committed to St. John’s. In limited minutes last season, Iwuchukwu tallied 5.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and one block per game.

Huge expectations surrounded the Texas-native heading into the 2022-23 campaign until tragedy struck. During a July workout, the…