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UConn’s Dan Hurley Opens Up on Tough Transfer Portal Decisions

UConn’s Dan Hurley Opens Up on Tough Transfer Portal Decisions

Summary

UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley is planning for next season after losing key players like Alex Karaban and Taris Reed Jr. The team faced changes with player transfers, including Eric Reibe leaving and Jayden Ross staying. Hurley is also working on replacing an assistant coach who left for a head coaching job.

Key Facts

  • UConn lost the championship game to Michigan one week ago.
  • Alex Karaban graduated after four years with UConn.
  • Taris Reed Jr.’s playing eligibility expired and he left the team.
  • Eric Reibe chose to enter the transfer portal and leave UConn.
  • Jayden Ross decided to return to UConn for the next season.
  • Coach Hurley praised Eric Reibe for his hard work and wished him well.
  • Reibe’s departure leaves a gap in the team’s roster for big players.
  • Seton Hall’s center Najai Hines visited UConn and might transfer in.
  • Assistant coach Luke Murray left to become head coach at Boston College.
  • Hurley is carefully considering new assistant coach hires.

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