""I've never in my life had anyone work as hard to improve as (Donovan)," Pitino said."
""I don't think I've enjoyed coaching a player as much since 1987 when I coached Billy Donovan," Pitino said of Ejiofor."
""I'm going to miss him terribly. I'm just going to appreciate him while I have him," Pitino expressed about Ejiofor."
"Ejiofor vs. Bidunga should deliver as the top one-on-one showdown in the paint this March."
Rick Pitino has had a long coaching career, building championship teams and developing players. He recalls his time with Billy Donovan at Providence College in 1987, highlighting Donovan's hard work. Currently, Pitino sees similar qualities in Zuby Ejiofor, a player for St. John's, who has been instrumental in their tournament success. Pitino expresses deep appreciation for Ejiofor, especially as they prepare to face Kansas, led by standout Flory Bidunga, in a challenging matchup.
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