New York City has two NBA teams to root for, but during the 2012 NBA Draft, it was St. John’s that stole the local headlines.With the 15th selection, the Philadelphia 76ers chose Red Storm standout and reigning BIG EAST Rookie of the Year Maurice Harkless, signing him to an official contract and later including him in a trade to the Orlando Magic. Harkless is just one of many former St. John’s student-athletes making waves in professional sports. A number of Men’s Soccer alumni are playing significant minutes in the MLS, while Keegan Bradley ’08CPS highlights an impressive list of Red Storm golfers competing on a variety of tours. Former Johnnies are excelling overseas as well. Dwight Hardy ’11CPS and Justin Burrell ’11CPS, who helped lead the Men’s Basketball team to the NCAA Tournament in 2011, earned MVP honors this past season in the Italian and Japanese professional leagues, respectively. As you watch American professional sports throughout the upcoming year, keep your eyes peeled for these former Johnnies: