Summary
The University of North Carolina (UNC) is searching for a new men's basketball head coach after firing Hubert Davis. Several names have been suggested as potential replacements, including Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd, who is reportedly a strong candidate.
Key Facts
- UNC has fired men's basketball head coach Hubert Davis.
- Former UNC player Justin Jackson supports Arizona's Tommy Lloyd for the job.
- Other potential candidates include coaches from the Chicago Bulls, Michigan, and Boston Celtics.
- Brad Stevens and T.J. Otzelberger have declined to pursue the position.
- Tommy Lloyd has publicly stated his focus remains on his current team, Arizona.
- UNC is considering its coaching options amid a nationwide search.
- Hubert Davis was dismissed after UNC's two consecutive first-round exits in the NCAA Tournament.
- Tommy Lloyd is reportedly at the top of UNC's list of preferred candidates.
