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Richard Jefferson criticizes Arizona for head coach hiring process

Former Arizona standout Richard Jefferson has no issues with the Wildcats’ ultimate head coach decision. However, he has a lot of problems with the process that went into the hire. Arizona’s search process was unpopular with many alumni, …

Gilbert Arenas

Gilbert Arenas will not be happy with Arizona’s head coach hire

Gilbert Arenas will not be happy with Arizona’s choice for a new head coach. The Wildcats on Wednesday hired former Gonzaga assistant Tommy Lloyd as their new head coach. Lloyd had been an assistant with the Bulldogs since 2001, but has no …

Wes Miller

Cincinnati hires Wes Miller from UNCG to replace John Brannen

Cincinnati has found its replacement for John Brannen and is hiring Wes Miller. News emerged on Wednesday that the Bearcats are hiring Miller, who had been at UNC Greensoboro since 2011. Miller, 38, played college ball at James Madison and then …

Eric Musselman

Details of Eric Musselman’s contract extension with Arkansas revealed

Eric Musselman turned down the Arizona Wildcats job and is getting a nice contract extension to return to Arkansas. The Razorbacks on Wednesday shared details of Musselman’s contract. The 56-year-old coach will make $4 million per year through …

Tommy Lloyd

Arizona to hire Tommy Lloyd as new head coach

Arizona has found its next men’s basketball coach. The Wildcats are hiring Tommy Lloyd as their next coach. This is not too surprising, as Lloyd was identified last week as a leading candidate for the job. Lloyd, 46, has been an assistant at …

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Report: Major NCAA transfer rule change receives unanimous approval

Despite grumbling from some coaches, a major NCAA transfer reform has passed without any objection. According to Nicole Auerbach of The Athletic, the NCAA has approved the proposed one-time transfer rule, meaning players will be able to transfer once …

Chris Beard

Grading college basketball’s biggest coaching hires

It is dangerous to make sweeping decisions in the moments after big sports news drops. Trades for prospects or draft picks might take years before they can be assessed. Coaching hires are similar; it could take a long time to see how they will work …

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Ex-UNC big man Walker Kessler announces his transfer decision

Former North Carolina big man Walker Kessler on Monday announced his transfer decision. Kessler posted a photo of Auburn’s logo on his Instagram page and added the following caption: “I am excited to play for a great coach at an awesome …

Steve Kerr on the sideline

Steve Kerr responds to rumors linking him to Arizona job

Steve Kerr’s alma mater is looking for a new head coach. But unfortunately for them, Kerr is happy right where he is. The Golden State Warriors coach responded this week to the recent rumors linking him to the University of Arizona job. The …

Bert Smith collapse

Reason referee Bert Smith collapsed during Elite Eight game revealed

Referee Bert Smith collapsed on the court minutes into the start of the Gonzaga-USC Elite Eight game on March 30. Now we know what was going on with him. SI’s Ross Dellenger spoke with Smith for an interview that revealed a blood clot was …

John Brannen

John Brannen fired by Cincinnati after investigation into program

John Brannen’s tenure as head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats was brief. Brannen has been fired by Cincinnati, the school announced on Friday. The news comes a week after Brannen was placed on paid leave amid an investigation. Cincinnati began …

Adia Barne

Arizona women’s coach Adia Barnes shares sexist remark about men’s basketball players

Adia Barnes shared a sexist remark when talking about coaching men’s basketball players. Barnes is coming off leading the Arizona women’s basketball team to the championship game in the NCAA Tournament, where they lost to Stanford. …

Mac McClung

Mac McClung could return to Texas Tech next season?

Texas Tech is in a state of transition, but guard Mac McClung apparently could stick around to help the team through it. Mark Adams, who was confirmed as Texas Tech’s new head coach on Monday, revealed that McClung is considering staying in …

Damon Stoudamire

This former Arizona player is the favorite to replace Sean Miller

Arizona on Wednesday fired Sean Miller after 12 seasons as their head coach. The Wildcats became a power under the late legend Lute Olson and continued a good deal of that success under Miller. They will aim to reclaim their top team status in the …

Sean Miller

Here is what Sean Miller is expected to do next after being fired by Arizona

Sean Miller on Wednesday was fired after 12 seasons as the head coach of the Arizona Wildcats. Miller was able to hold onto his job for a few more years past when many thought he would be fired, but he is finally out. So what will Miller do next? …

Tommy Lloyd

Gonzaga assistant Tommy Lloyd top candidate for Arizona head coach job?

The Arizona Wildcats are in the market for a new head basketball coach, and one name is being repeatedly mentioned as an initial candidate. Arizona fired Sean Miller on Wednesday, opening up speculation on who will replace him. Gonzaga assistant …

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