Ruben Prey adapts to starting center role with St. John's basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Ruben Prey, the new starting center for St. John's Red Storm, is adjusting to his role after replacing outgoing captain Zuby Ejiofor. In his season opener on November 5, Prey struggled, finishing with only two points and four rebounds. Despite early difficulties, Prey remains confident and focused on improving his rebounding and shot-blocking, as emphasized by head coach Rick Pitino following the game. Prey has the opportunity to learn and grow, as the team’s demanding schedule includes upcoming matchups against formidable opponents. Coach Pitino has faith in Prey's potential impact as he continues to adapt to the new position.
- •Ruben Prey replaced Zuby Ejiofor as St. John's starting center.
- •Prey scored two points and had four rebounds in his debut.
- •Rick Pitino expressed confidence in Prey's ability to improve.
- •St. John's faces tougher opponents after their upcoming trip to Las Vegas.
- •Prey aims to enhance his rebounding and shot-blocking skills.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Ruben Prey adjusting to new center role with St. John’s men’s basketball
"The junior big faces the Herculean task of filling Zuby Ejiofor’s shoes, and he isn’t letting early struggles in this new position shake his confidence.
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