Jai Lucas, Miami and Jim Larrañaga

Jai Lucas says he's ready to lead Miami basketball, and his predecessor Jim Larrañaga agrees
Jai Lucas acknowledges his coaching pedigree lacks the vital role of running a team but believes that experience gained through assistant stops at “Blue Blood” programs has prepared him for the massive undertaking that awaits him.
Jim Larrañaga Backs New Miami Hurricanes coach Jai Lucas: ‘He’s Ready for the Job’
The man who built the Miami program into a Final Four contender was on hand for his successor’s press conference today. And Jim Larranaga was all smiles as new coach Jai Lucas spoke about his vision for the program
‘Relentless’ Jai Lucas begins tenure as Hurricanes basketball coach
Miami introduced new basketball coach Jai Lucas on Monday. Lucas, who takes over after the worst UM season in decades, may need to build a whole new roster this offseason.
University of Miami introduces Jai Lucas as new men's basketball head coach
The University of Miami has named Jai Lucas as its new head coach for men's basketball, tapping the highly regarded Duke assistant to lead the Hurricanes into a new era. Lucas, 35, arrives in Coral Gables after three seasons at Duke, where he served as an assistant coach before being promoted to associate head coach.
Report: Jai Lucas, Miami MCBB Agree to HC Contract After Jim Larranaga Exit
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Jai Lucas announced as Miami’s new coach. He’ll take over for Jim Larrañaga with the Hurricanes
Jai Lucas and Miami have finalized the contract that makes him the school’s new men’s basketball coach, nearly two weeks after they struck preliminary agreement on a deal, a person with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday.
Why Duke's Jai Lucas is a perfect fit as Miami's new head coach
Duke associate head coach Jai Lucas will be the next head coach at Miami, and this is a great hire.
Former Bellaire and UT star Jai Lucas to lead Miami basketball program
Jai Lucas, a McDonald's All-American at Bellaire, was named the head coach at Miami after a quick rise in the coaching ranks.
Jai Lucas prepared to lead 'big overhaul' at Miami
Jai Lucas acknowledged his lack of head coaching experience but said his experience at "Blue Blood" programs will prepare him for the job at Miami.
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Miami's Jai Lucas hints at potentially prying the Boozer twins away from Duke
With Lucas aiming to turn the program around, landing the Boozer twins would be a major step in the right direction. While there are no concrete signs that this will happen yet, it is widely believed ...
Cleveland scores 32, Johnson has game-winning dunk as UM ends season on a high note
As the final buzzer sounded, the Hurricanes bench erupted, as did the small but delighted Watsco Center crowd. Seniors ...
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Miami, NC State to meet in finale after lost seasons
Two years ago, the Miami Hurricanes, coached by Jim Larranaga, reached the NCAA Final Four for the first time in program ...
Miami Hurricanes Hire Former Texas Longhorns Guard as Head Coach
The Miami Hurricanes have found their replacement for head coach Jim Larrañaga after his midseason departure from Coral Gables. Miami announced Wednesday that ...