For the second straight season, we’re getting a coaching change for Big East men’s basketball, and for the second straight season, it’s because the coach made a decision to leave. Last year it was Chris Mack making the move to Louisville, this year, it’s Chris Mullin leaving St. John’s.
“This has been an extremely emotional decision, but after a recent personal loss, I took time to reflect upon my true values and believe this is the right time to make a change,” Mullin said in a statement issued by the school. “I am extremely grateful to the administration, which has supported me and our basketball program on every level.