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Metta World Peace Thrives as Cal State LA Coach

3/14/2026

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Metta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest, is thriving as an assistant coach for Cal State LA's Division II women's basketball team.
He expressed his passion for coaching, saying, "I love coaching. Coaching is fun," during an interview at the Big East Tournament.
World Peace says he does not follow the NBA, WNBA, or Division I basketball.
He traveled to New York to participate in the Big East’s legend recognition program.

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Story summary

Metta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest, is thriving as an assistant coach for Cal State LA's Division II women's basketball team.
He expressed his passion for coaching, saying, "I love coaching. Coaching is fun," during an interview at the Big East Tournament.
World Peace says he does not follow the NBA, WNBA, or Division I basketball.
He traveled to New York to participate in the Big East’s legend recognition program.