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St. John’s Basketball: Breaking down the 2020 recruiting class

By Lukas Harkins

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 28: The St. John's Red Storm logo on the scoreboard which hangs from the famous Madison Square Garden ceiling during a game on January 28, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Porter Binks/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 28: The St. John's Red Storm logo on the scoreboard which hangs from the famous Madison Square Garden ceiling during a game on January 28, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Porter Binks/Getty Images) /
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 18: Coach Anderson of the Red Storm reacts. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)
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Isaih Moore (Pearl River C.C.)

PF | 6-foot-10 | 205 lbs | No. 14 JUCO Transfer

Isaih Moore is an intriguing addition for St. John’s as a high-upside two-way forward capable of emerging as a major contributor in the Big East with the right development. He is highly regarded as one of the better JUCO transfers in this class and brings a lanky 6-foot-10 frame to the court.

While he will need to put on more muscle to truly compete underneath in the Big East, his defensive versatility is obvious as well. He boasts quick feet for a big and is able to switch on the perimeter as a result.

Moore originally started his career at the College of Charleston but spent his second collegiate season with Pearl River Community College. Over the course of the campaign, he competed in 28 contests (15 starts) and posted averages of 15.9 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks in just 20.1 minutes per game.

He is known for his versatility on both ends of the floor. In addition to being able to hold his own defensively on the perimeter, Moore can stretch defenses with his soft touch as a shooter himself. That was not particularly evident during this past year with Pearl River C.C., as he shot just 28.9% from distance, but it is a notable part of his game that is continuing to develop.

The key for Moore will be adding weight to his frame. He is obviously versatile and brings a lengthy frame to the court, but could struggle defensively against physical big men/forwards. Either way, he could be an impactful piece in the frontcourt right away with his height, athleticism, and versatility. Moore will have two years of eligibility remaining for St. John’s.