Saint Peter’s University is making a return to the NCAA Tournament, but this year's Peacocks team looks vastly different from the one that captured the nation's attention two years ago. In 2020, as a No. 15 seed, Saint Peter’s surprised everyone by advancing to the Elite Eight with notable victories over Kentucky, Murray State, and Purdue. However, following that remarkable run, the team experienced a significant overhaul.
Head coach Shaheen Holloway departed for Seton Hall, and seven key players, including standouts Doug Edert, Daryl Banks, and KC Ndefo, transferred to other schools. Only Latrell Reid remains from that memorable squad, although he did not participate in any of the tournament wins. Reid acknowledges the challenge of transitioning to a new team dynamic, emphasizing that it's a fresh start for Saint Peter’s.
