What Happened
St. John's basketball player Donnie Freeman has sustained a season-ending Achilles injury, a development that significantly impacts the team's outlook for the 2026-27 season. The injury has led to St. John's being moved down in early college basketball rankings.
Rick Pitino, the coach of St. John's, has indicated that other players will need to step up in Freeman's absence. One player mentioned as potentially filling a larger role is Babacar Sane. The team is actively considering options to address the void left by Freeman's injury.
Key Facts
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Donnie Freeman, a player for St. John's basketball, suffered a season-ending Achilles injury.
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The injury will cause Donnie Freeman to miss the 2026-27 season.
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The injury has impacted St. John's early college basketball rankings.
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St. John's coach Rick Pitino has stated that Babacar Sane will play a significant role.
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St. John's is exploring replacement options for Donnie Freeman.