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Top 3 Favorites to Replace Hubert Davis at UNC After Tommy Lloyd Decision

Top 3 Favorites to Replace Hubert Davis at UNC After Tommy Lloyd Decision

Summary

The University of North Carolina (UNC) is looking for a new head coach for its basketball team, replacing Hubert Davis. Rick Pitino and Tommy Lloyd were top candidates but have signed new deals with their current teams. The leading candidates now include Billy Donovan, Grant McCasland, and Dusty May.

Key Facts

  • UNC is searching for a new basketball head coach to replace Hubert Davis.
  • Rick Pitino was considered a favorite but signed a new contract with St. John's Red Storm.
  • Tommy Lloyd was also a top candidate but renewed his contract with Arizona Wildcats.
  • Billy Donovan, currently with the Chicago Bulls, is now the top favorite for the UNC job.
  • Donovan has a 59% chance of taking the position according to Kalshi.
  • Grant McCasland, from Texas Tech, has seen his odds improve to 12%.
  • Dusty May is the third favorite with an 8% chance based on current odds.
  • May is currently coaching at Michigan, who has a big game ahead.

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