Tounde Yessoufou shines in St. John's win over Iona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 7:32 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Tounde Yessoufou had a standout performance for St. John's in their 104-65 victory against Iona on November 8, 2026. The Red Storm improved to 2-0 this season, with Yessoufou contributing 23 points in just 21 minutes of play. His stats included 9-for-14 shooting and 4-for-7 from three-point range, accompanied by seven rebounds and three steals. Initially underwhelming in his first game after transferring from Baylor, he has since showcased his talent under head coach Rick Pitino. St. John's will face tougher competition in the upcoming games, and Yessoufou’s performance may bolster their aspirations this season.
- •St. John's beat Iona 104-65 on November 8, 2026.
- •Tounde Yessoufou scored 23 points in 21 minutes.
- •Yessoufou shot 9-for-14 and 4-for-7 from three.
- •St. John's improves to 2-0 this season.
- •Next games will present tougher challenges for St. John's.
- 7:32 AMYahoo Sports — St. John’s Tounde Yessoufou Dominates After Leaving Baylor
"Tounde Yessoufou’s first game with St. John’s after leaving Baylor was underwhelming. His second, which came on Sunday against the Iona Gaels, was a statement. If anyone was wondering if the transfer from Baylor could shine for the Johnnies, that has all gone out the window. It’s clear Yessoufou has some of the country’s best […] The post St. John’s Tounde Yessoufou Dominates After Leaving Baylor appeared first on HEAVY.
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