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Keyshawn Hall Scores 26 Points in Impressive Debut as No. 13 St. John’s Beats Monmouth 78-63

Keyshawn Hall added nine rebounds and St. John’s forced 13 steals in a 78-63 victory that opened Rick Pitino’s fourth season.

  • On Monday, the St. John's Red Storm defeated the Monmouth Hawks 78-63 at Carnesecca Arena in their season opener, with transfer Keyshawn Hall scoring 26 points in an impressive debut.
  • Hall, a transfer from Auburn, dominated the first half by scoring 20 points, helping the Red Storm build a commanding 45-29 halftime lead before the game's pace slowed in the second half.
  • The Red Storm forced 18 turnovers despite shooting 41% from the floor, while Ian Jackson, a returnee from the team's Sweet 16 run, added 13 of his 15 points after halftime to overcome early foul trouble.
  • Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino showcased his new-look roster by utilizing 11 newcomers, including Baylor transfer Tounde Yessoufou with 12 points and point guard Quinn Ellis from England with eight points.
  • St. John's prepares to host Iona this Sunday at Madison Square Garden, marking the first of 13 regular-season home games for the Red Storm this year.
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Keyshawn Hall scores 26 points in impressive debut as No. 13 St. John's beats Monmouth 78-63

Keyshawn Hall made his first six shots and scored 26 points in an impressive debut, leading No. 13 St. John’s to a 78-63 victory over Monmouth in the season opener for both teams. Hall is among 11 newcomers for Hall…

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