A Strategic Acquisition
GW’s men’s basketball program has announced the addition of forward Malachi Arrington, a 6‑foot‑11 rising junior who spent the past two seasons at NJIT. The move comes through the transfer portal and signals the university’s intent to reinforce its interior options.
Head coach Chris Caputo highlighted Arrington’s potential, noting that his size, work ethic, and versatility should provide a meaningful boost to the team’s depth chart as the season progresses.
During his tenure at NJIT, Arrington appeared in 51 games, averaging 3.9 points and 3.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 61% from the field. He recorded a double‑double with 12 points and 11 rebounds against Eastern Michigan and contributed eight points and four rebounds in a brief matchup against GW during his freshman year.
High School Roots and Achievements
A native of Somerville, New Jersey, Arrington capped his high school career with a Non‑Public B State Championship in 2023‑24 while attending Immaculate Conception High School, a testament to his competitive drive and skill set.
The coaching staff believes the transfer will add a reliable option off the bench and help the program contend in the upcoming season, as the team looks to build on recent progress.