St. John’s secured a major addition to their 2024-25 roster with the commitment of Kadary Richmond, a standout transfer from Seton Hall. Richmond, ranked fifth in the CBS Sports Transfer Rankings, played a pivotal role for Seton Hall last season, leading them in both points and assists and aiding in their NIT title victory.
The 6-foot-5 guard brings immediate impact potential to St. John’s under the guidance of coach Rick Pitino. Despite transferring from a Big East rival, Richmond’s decision aligns with his aspirations for success, including aiming for a Final Four appearance and preparing for a professional career, potentially as a first-round NBA draft pick next year.
Richmond’s accolades from the 2023-24 season include all-Big East honors and recognition as the conference’s eighth-best player by evanmiya.com’s performance ratings.
His commitment adds strength to St. John’s backcourt alongside Deivon Smith, another recent addition who enjoyed a breakout season. Together, they form a veteran duo eager to experience the NCAA Tournament before their collegiate careers conclude.
During his tenure at Seton Hall, Richmond showcased his versatility, averaging 15.7 points, 7 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 2.2 steals per game. While his three-point shooting may not be his strongest suit, his proficiency as a distributor and scorer inside the arc highlights his value as one of the top talents in the 2024 transfer portal. Richmond initially began his collegiate career at Syracuse during the 2020-21 season.
With the acquisitions of Richmond and Smith, St. John’s has significantly strengthened its roster for the upcoming season. Their additions underscore the program’s ambition to compete at the highest level, with hopes of deep postseason runs and the development of players for future professional opportunities.
