# Ruben Prey’s slow start in new role is far from a St. John’s concern

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/ruben-preys-slow-start-in-new-role-is-far-from-a-st-johns-concern/
- Published: 2026-11-05T01:46:40+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T04:49:17+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://nypost.com/2026/11/04/sports/ruben-preys-slow-start-in-new-role-is-far-from-a-st-johns-concern/
- Topics: World

## Key points

- Prey is adjusting to life as St John’s starting centre.
- He had two points in Monday’s opener.
- He says his confidence remains unaffected.

## Summary

Ruben Prey has made a slow start since becoming St John’s starting centre, after spending the previous two seasons as Zuby Ejiofor’s backup. The Portugal forward is adjusting to greater minutes and responsibility, but the early struggles have not caused concern within the team.

Prey had foul trouble in the pre-season and recorded two points, four rebounds and three turnovers in Monday’s regular-season opener. He said he was frustrated because he holds himself to high standards, but added that his confidence was intact and that he had practised well ahead of the next game.

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