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Alabama's Nate Oats Answers Direct Question About UNC Job Opening

Alabama's Nate Oats Answers Direct Question About UNC Job Opening

Summary

The University of North Carolina dismissed its head basketball coach, Hubert Davis, after an early exit in the NCAA Tournament. Alabama coach Nate Oats addressed rumors connecting him to the North Carolina job, stating he has not spoken to UNC and plans to stay at Alabama.

Key Facts

  • The University of North Carolina is looking for a new basketball coach after firing Hubert Davis.
  • Davis was let go following UNC's loss in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
  • Alabama head coach Nate Oats was asked about possibly moving to UNC.
  • Oats said he loves working at Alabama and wants to stay there.
  • Oats confirmed he has not been in contact with UNC about their coaching position.
  • Alabama is scheduled to play against Michigan in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament.
  • Other coaches have also been linked to the UNC job but expressed similar commitments to their current roles.

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