Summary
The University of North Carolina (UNC) recently fired their men's basketball head coach, Hubert Davis, after a disappointing exit from the NCAA Tournament. There is speculation about who will replace Davis, with names like Kenny Smith being mentioned. Discussions are ongoing about whether UNC will hire someone with ties to the university or look for candidates outside of their traditional network.
Key Facts
- UNC lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament to VCU, marking a historic back-to-back first-round exit.
- Head coach Hubert Davis was fired following the loss.
- Stephen A. Smith suggested Kenny Smith as a potential new coach on ESPN's show "First Take."
- Kenny Smith played guard at UNC from 1983 to 1987 and won two NBA titles.
- UNC traditionally hires coaches who have ties to the university.
- Reports indicate UNC plans to conduct an open search for their next coach, considering candidates beyond the UNC network.
- Jeff Goodman commented that Kenny Smith is unlikely to get the coaching position.
