St. John's head coach Rick Pitino told his son, Richard, to stay at the University New Mexico. He "changed his tune" when Xavier expressed interest.

Richard Pitino, the son of St. John’s coach Rick Pitino, is expected to be hired as the next head men’s basketball coach at Xavier, according to ESPN. He and his dad will now face off at least twice a year.

When Richard Pitino was asked about the expectations for his first season at Xavier Tuesday afternoon, the 42-year-old took a deep breath before a slight chuckle. Sure, Pitino's team would have to forfeit if a game was played today with only two scholarship players left on the roster.