Lance Stephenson was supposed to be the crown jewel of the 2009 recruiting class for St. John’s. He was destined to light up the city, rejuvenate the Garden, and bring the Red Storm back to national prominence. Obviously talented, Lance was also outgoing, flamboyant, and confident. With basically the entire team from last season returning, Lance could take the Johnnies to – dare I say- the NCAA tournament.
Nevertheless, it was all a dream….