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LSU Faces Tough Decision on Basketball Coach's Future
2/10/2026
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Story summary
- LSU weighs a basketball coaching change after a 14-9 overall record and 2-8 SEC.
- Head coach Matt McMahon, in his fourth year at LSU, has a 58-62 record and no NCAA Tournament.
- If fired, LSU would owe Matt McMahon $6.5 million.
- Nearly $60 million in buyouts across LSU programs drew Governor Jeff Landry's call for accountability.
- LSU must decide whether to invest further in Matt McMahon or hire a new coach.
