St. John's basketball coach, Rick Pitino, publicly apologized for his emotional outburst after the team's recent loss, acknowledging that he had failed to uphold the fundamentals himself. Pitino's apology came after the team snapped their three-game losing streak with a 90-85 victory at Georgetown on Wednesday. The coach expressed remorse for his critical comments towards his players, coaches, and the program, stating that he should have shown more class and refrained from singling out individuals in front of the media.

Following intense scrutiny for his post-game comments, Pitino took full responsibility for his actions, offering a heartfelt apology to his team, acknowledging that his words had led to hurt feelings among the players. He clarified that he was solely responsible for recruiting the players and not his coaching staff, emphasizing his pride in having them on the team.

Moreover, Pitino extended his apology to the fans, recognizing their unwavering support despite his controversial remarks. Despite the rocky aftermath of his comments, the team continues to stand behind Pitino, with player Jordan Dingle affirming their support for the coach.

Looking ahead, St. John's is set to face off against No. 15 Creighton at home on February 25th, as they aim to carry the momentum from their recent win and foster a positive environment within the team.