UConn men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley is at a major career crossroads. He told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Sunday that he plans to decide on Monday whether he will accept the Los Angeles Lakers' offer to become their head coach or stay with the Huskies.
Here are some exciting highlights:
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The Lakers' Offer: Hurley mentioned that the Lakers made a “compelling case” with a “massive, long-term offer” to become their next head coach. The Lakers’ compelling vision for the future was presented to him during a meeting with general manager Rob Pelinka and governor Jeanie Buss on Friday.
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Hurley's Legacy: If Hurley decides to return to UConn, he will lead a team aiming for a historic three-peat. The Huskies, under his leadership, have won back-to-back NCAA national championships and are striving to become the first program since UCLA’s John Wooden-led Bruins to win three consecutive titles.
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Hurley's Background: Hurley’s coaching pedigree is undeniable. He’s the son of legendary high school coach and Hall of Famer Dan Hurley Sr. His track record includes impressive stints at Rhode Island (2012-18) and Wagner (2010-12), as well as a remarkable tenure at Saint Benedict’s Preparatory School in Newark, N.J., from 2001 to 2010. Since taking over UConn in 2018, Hurley has led the team to a 141-58 record, including winning the Big East’s regular-season and tournament championships, along with the NCAA Tournament titles in 2023 and 2024.
Despite not having NBA coaching experience, the Lakers are betting on Hurley’s ability to build a program and develop high-level talent. With his decision looming, both UConn fans and the Lakers organization are on the edge of their seats, waiting to see what direction Hurley will take.
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