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Johnny Jones announces departure from Texas Southern

Johnny Jones announced his departure as head men’s basketball coach at Texas Southern University in a letter posted to his social media accounts on Tuesday evening. This comes as speculation has festered over whether he’d be hired to join Will Wade’s coaching staff at LSU. This makes Wade the third head coach to depart the […] The post Johnny Jones announces departure from Texas Southern appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn’s Dan Hurley reacts to viral video after loss to Michigan

On Monday, UConn came up short in the national championship game against Michigan, 69-63. Head coach Dan Hurley argued against much of the officiating; nevertheless, he and his players showed tremendous class in defeat. After the game, UConn waited for Michigan to conclude its celebration to shake its hands, courtesy of Hurley. That clip went viral. Ultimately, Hurley […] The post UConn’s Dan Hurley reacts to viral video after loss to Michigan appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Viral Video Prompts Response From Dan Hurley After UConn’s Loss to Michigan

UConn faced Michigan in the national championship game on Monday, ultimately losing 69-63. The Huskies showed remarkable grit until the final buzzer, but they struggled to break through the Wolverines’ tough defense.Historically, the Huskies have claimed the championship title six times, including two victories under head coach Dan Hurley. They know exactly how Michigan felt […] The post Viral Video Prompts Response From Dan Hurley After UConn’s Loss to Michigan appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NCAA basketball rumors: Michigan, Duke expected to make push for Kansas star Flory Bidunga

The college basketball season is over after Michigan was crowned national champions on Monday night with an impressive victory over UConn. Now, the transfer portal wastes no time getting going as everyone has their eyes set on the 2027 Final Four in Detroit. For the top teams in the country, that means a whole lot […] The post NCAA basketball rumors: Michigan, Duke expected to make push for Kansas star Flory Bidunga appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Malone gets brutally honest on accepting North Carolina basketball job

With the North Carolina basketball team’s new head coach being Michael Malone, in what was a shocking bit of news for the sports world, he looks to bring his winning ways from the NBA to the collegiate level. As Malone expressed being proud to be with the North Carolina basketball program, he would give insight […] The post Michael Malone gets brutally honest on accepting North Carolina basketball job appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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St. John’s leading the way in KJ Lewis recruitment

St. John’s basketball handed Rick Pitino full confidence in leading the Red Storm for years to come. That includes Pitino earning leverage to pursue rival talent via the College Basketball Transfer Portal. Looks like Georgetown star KJ Lewis rises as one to watch among the Johnnies. College basketball insider for On3/Rivals Joe Tipton revealed Tuesday […] The post St. John’s leading the way in KJ Lewis recruitment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Malone sends ‘proud’ debut message to North Carolina basketball fans

With the North Carolina basketball program hiring Michael Malone as the new head coach, there was no doubt an immense reaction from the sports world. As the stunning hire from the North Carolina basketball team of Malone has been surprising for many, the coach would break his silence on how he feels about the next […] The post Michael Malone sends ‘proud’ debut message to North Carolina basketball fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Illinois, Duke emerge as early John Blackwell suitors

The NCAA College Basketball Transfer Portal season is off and running as of Tuesday. Wisconsin basketball star guard John Blackwell immediately rises as one of the best available. And already, Illinois plus Duke have risen as early strong suitors. Joe Tipton of On3/Rivals revealed both power conference representatives as the early ones to watch for […] The post Illinois, Duke emerge as early John Blackwell suitors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jay Bilas calls for new NCAA rule against tampering with under-contract coaches

Before North Carolina went outside the box and hired Michael Malone as its next head men’s basketball coach, the school’s search was following a familiar pattern — one that ESPN’s Jay Bilas cannot believe the NCAA still allows. When the Tar Heels fired Hubert Davis, names immediately trickled out from the top echelon of the…

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