Juice isn't worth the squeeze with Luis in Pitino's eyes. Phenomenal player, unforgettable season, all the accolades one can desire. But when the lights shined brightest, he faded. Not only that, but he deviated from the game plan. Remember when Zuby shook the life out of him? He wasn't himself. Not sure why, and don't want to speculate on it much, because he's been all class in Queens.
For all I know, Rick knew he had a foot out the door my hunch). Rick wasted absolutely no time in adding Joson Sanon, and setting up an OV for B Hop, who is currently on campus for an OV.
Truth is there is no time to **** around and wait for RJ to get a grade and decide where he wants to play next year. Rick wanted no part of that scene. Parting was "mutual," lol. Extrapolate from that what you will.
Johnny insiders are suggesting that RJ's camp is asking anywhere from 2 million - 3.5 million. Some think more. Hopefully he gets it. No hard feelings from the Johnnies. We all want him back, but know this is now the game.