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As St. John’s transforms itself within the competitive landscape of college basketball, Pitino's humble approach to coaching stands out. He avoids sending grand messages about the team's accomplishments, instead focusing on the present, which he views as a gift. Acknowledging the unpredictability of tournament play, he emphasized the need for resilience and adaptability, especially in relation to officiating discrepancies between the Big East and NCAA contexts.