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Indiana Basketball's Coaching Search Heats Up: Top Contenders

2/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Indiana basketball is on the hunt for a new head coach after Mike Woodson's exit. While Rick Pitino of St. John's has been rumored, he claims no one has reached out. Other strong contenders like Chris Beard from Ole Miss and Mick Cronin from UCLA are also in the mix, making this search pivotal for the program's revival.

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Historical Context

Indiana basketball seeks a new head coach after Mike Woodson's departure. This pivotal moment echoes the 1980s, when Bob Knight led the Hoosiers to three NCAA championships. The right hire could revive a storied program, much like Knight's transformative impact on Indiana basketball history.

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Story summary

Indiana basketball is on the hunt for a new head coach after Mike Woodson's exit. While Rick Pitino of St. John's has been rumored, he claims no one has reached out. Other strong contenders like Chris Beard from Ole Miss and Mick Cronin from UCLA are also in the mix, making this search pivotal for the program's revival.

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