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UConn's Dan Hurley Rejects Lakers' $70M Offer Amid Tournament

3/24/2026

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UConn head coach Dan Hurley turned down a six-year, $70 million offer from the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024.
Hurley sought advice from Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo about whether to consider the offer amid changes in college basketball.
They will meet in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 in Washington, D.C., as Hurley pursues a third national title in four years and Izzo seeks to extend the Spartans' legacy.

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UConn head coach Dan Hurley turned down a six-year, $70 million offer from the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024.
Hurley sought advice from Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo about whether to consider the offer amid changes in college basketball.
They will meet in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 in Washington, D.C., as Hurley pursues a third national title in four years and Izzo seeks to extend the Spartans' legacy.