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Bryce Hopkins Transfers to St. John’s After Injury-Plagued Seasons at Providence
Former Providence Friars star forward Bryce Hopkins has officially announced his transfer to Big East rival St. John’s University. The decision comes after two consecutive seasons plagued by knee injuries that limited his ability to fully contribute on the court.
Hopkins, who initially transferred to Providence from Kentucky in 2022, averaged 15.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game over 50 starts. However, his promising trajectory was interrupted in January 2024 by a torn ACL that sidelined him for the rest of the season. After months of rehab, Hopkins returned briefly in December 2024, only to suffer a bone bruise in the same knee after just three games, ending his season again.
Despite these setbacks, St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino voiced strong confidence in Hopkins’ recovery. Pitino said he was impressed during a recent private workout where Hopkins looked so sharp that they ended the session early. “He’s ready. He’s hungry,” Pitino noted.
Hopkins is expected to make an immediate impact at St. John’s, pairing with All-Big East First Team forward Zuby Ejiofor in the frontcourt. The Red Storm also recently added sharpshooting guard Joson Sanon from Arizona State, positioning themselves as a major force in the Big East for the 2025–26 season.
This move gives Hopkins a fresh start and an opportunity to bounce back stronger than ever, while St. John’s gains a battle-tested talent with serious upside.
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