"Zuby Ejiofor had his best season yet in 2025-26, leading the team in scoring (16.3), rebounds (7.3), assists (3.5), and blocks (2.1), earning Big East Player of the Year honors."
"St. John's is targeting Flory Bidunga in the transfer portal, who is one of the few players capable of matching Ejiofor's defensive prowess with 2.6 blocks per game."
"Despite not being as polished offensively as Ejiofor, Bidunga's potential as a sophomore makes him an appealing option for St. John's to fill the void left by Ejiofor."
St. John's faces a significant challenge with the departure of center Zuby Ejiofor, who excelled in scoring, rebounding, and defense. After a rocky start to the season, the team rebounded impressively, winning 22 of their last 24 games and reaching the Sweet 16. Ejiofor's performance earned him Big East Player of the Year honors, leaving a substantial gap for head coach Rick Pitino. St. John's is reportedly pursuing Flory Bidunga from Kansas as a potential replacement, alongside Duke and Michigan, due to his defensive capabilities.
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