Rick Pitino says Kadary Richmond would’ve stayed at Seton Hall “if the money was close.” The 6-foot-6 Brooklyn native transferred to St. John’s from The Hall last spring for an NIL bag that was more significant than what Seton Hall could offer. Top transfers in today’s market can get in the high six-figures or even low seven.

“It was nice to come back and get a win, despite all the boos and stuff like that,” Richmond said.

Seton Hall fans waited for months to see Kadary Richmond, their ally-turned-rival, make his return to the Prudential Center. From the opening tip-off, they booed vociferously whenever Kadary Richmond touched the ball,