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Arizona transfer Justin Simon headed to St. John's

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Another day, another transfer signed by Chris Mullin and St. John's.

Just 24 hours after adding Michigan State transfer Marvin Clark on Wednesday, the Red Storm landed Arizona transfer Justin Simon.

"Justin is an explosive player who we believe will develop well in our program," Mullin said. "He's an instinctive playmaker with good court vision and he distributes the ball well. We are glad Justin chose St. John's for the next chapter of his basketball career."

The 6-foot-5 guard committed to the Wildcats as the 37th-ranked player in the class of 2015, but struggled to find playing time in his freshman season. He averaged 2.3 points and 1.2 rebounds in 7.5 minutes per game.

"Having the opportunity to play for a Hall of Famer, who has surrounded himself with an incredible staff that is all about getting their guys better, was a huge draw in my decision to continue my college career at St. John's," said Simon. "I feel like I can be myself at St. John's and reach my full basketball potential."

As per NCAA transfer regulations, Simon will be forced to sit out the 2016-17 season before becoming eligible the following campaign. Once he suits up for the Red Storm, the rangy point guard will serve as the floor leader Mullin's program lacked this past season.

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