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St. John's University Parts Ways with GM Amid Investigations

1/14/2026

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St. John's University has parted ways with men's basketball general manager Matt Abdelmassih, confirmed by athletic director Ed Kull.
Abdelmassih has been on leave since December 20.
Sources indicate his dismissal may be linked to investigations into the financial arrangements he oversaw.
The university seeks a replacement and notes Abdelmassih's history as a top recruiter and his role in a record-breaking season last year.

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St. John's University has parted ways with men's basketball general manager Matt Abdelmassih, confirmed by athletic director Ed Kull.
Abdelmassih has been on leave since December 20.
Sources indicate his dismissal may be linked to investigations into the financial arrangements he oversaw.
The university seeks a replacement and notes Abdelmassih's history as a top recruiter and his role in a record-breaking season last year.