On Pointer: Built a reputation as one of the most athletic and tenacious defenders at the high school level ... rated as high as the No. 8 small forward in his class and the No. 24 overall prospect by recruiting services ... a tremendous rebounder for his size ... improved offensive skills allow him to play at the shooting guard, small forward and power forward positions.

Steve Lavin On Pointer: "In addition to a well-rounded offensive skill set, Dominic is a dynamic athlete who has demonstrated a propensity at the defensive end of the floor. We envision Dom growing into a role as a defensive stopper. It is refreshing to find a player at his young age that prides himself in defense like Dominic does. Add to that his ability to slash and score in transition, and it is easy to see why he has the makings of a very special contributor in our program."

At Quality Education Academy: Played two years at Quality Education Academy in Winston Salem, N.C. ... keyed QEA to a 25-4 record as a senior in 2010-11 ... averaged 20.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 4.0 steals and 4.0 blocks per game ... following the season, he played for the South Team in the inaugural All-American Classic in Houston at the 2011 Final Four ... scored 18 points on 5-of-8 field goals and added five boards, three assists and three blocks in leading his South squad to a 93-91 victory ... averaged 16.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.0 steals and 2.8 assists as a junior in 2009-10 to help lead QEA to a 28-7 mark.

Personal: Sir'Dominic Denzel Pointer ... born in Detroit, Mich. ... son of San Pointer and Anthony Nolan ... has two sisters, Connae Pointer (29) and Miz'Unique Pointer (19) ... chose St. John's because of Coach Lavin and the coaching staff and the academic aspects of the University ... majoring in liberal studies.

UP CLOSE WITH SIR'DOMINIC POINTER
Nickname: Ziggy.
Favorite movie: "Family Guy" and "American Dad."
Favorite actor/actress: Gabrielle Union.
What's on the iPod/iPhone: "Black Magic" by Drake.
Favorite food: Spaghetti.
Favorite place to hang out on campus/NYC area: Taffner Field House.
Favorite class: Math class.
Favorite book: "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck.
Since coming to St. John's I've learned: How to stretch.
Greatest athletic accomplishment: Winning two national championships.
Hero/role model: My mom.
Favorite athlete/sports team: Joe Johnson.
Favorite St. John's athlete: Paris Horne.
I came to St. John's because: I felt that the basketball program and the school were a good fit for me. The class sizes are small and Coach Lavin and the rest of the staff are very helpful in many ways.
The best thing about St. John's is: It is in New York.
Few people know that: I am left handed.
One word to describe me on the court: "Defensive."
One word to describe me off the court: "Funny."
The St. John's basketball player that will surprise you this year is: God'sgift Achiuwa.
After St. John's or my basketball career, I'd like to: Go to the NBA.
If I could have dinner with any three people (in history or today): Joe Johnson, Warren Buffett, and my grandfather (on my mother's side).
What do you want to accomplish this season: I want to win the BIG EAST Championship and potentially a national championship.
Favorite quote: "The greatest discovery of all is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude." - Oprah Winfrey
If I were president for the day I would: Ride in Air Force One all day.
If I were Coach Lavin for the day I would: Give the whole team a day off.
The teammate that inspires me is: D'Angelo Harrison.
If I could switch places for a day with any person (real or fiction) I'd be (and why): Bugs Bunny because he is as slick as a fox.