🏀 Big news for NBA fans! The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly in talks with Dan Hurley, the head coach of the NCAA champion University of Connecticut Huskies, to take over as their new head coach.
After parting ways with Darvin Ham following their playoff exit against the Denver Nuggets, the Lakers are on the hunt for fresh leadership. Alongside Hurley, other potential candidates include ESPN broadcaster JJ Redick and New Orleans Pelicans associate head coach James Borrego.
Hurley has been making waves since he took the helm at UConn in 2018, leading the Huskies to back-to-back NCAA Division I Tournament titles in 2023 and 2024. His impressive track record has caught the attention of the Lakers front office, who are eager to bring his winning mentality to Los Angeles.
Last year, Hurley inked a six-year, $32.1 million deal with UConn, which includes a buyout clause of $1.875 million if he leaves for an NBA head coaching job. Will he make the leap to the big league? Lakers fans are buzzing! 🤩
Stay tuned to see if Hurley will bring his championship touch to the purple and gold! 💜💛
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
