Here's what Richard Pitino is looking for in the transfer portal as he builds his first roster as Xavier's head basketball coach.

When Richard Pitino was asked about the expectations for his first season at Xavier Tuesday afternoon, the 42-year-old took a deep breath before a slight chuckle. Sure, Pitino's team would have to forfeit if a game was played today with only two scholarship players left on the roster.

Richard Pitino said he needed the right situation to come along for him to leave New Mexico. He ended up getting one in an unlikely spot.