Dan Hurley shuts down UNC rumors while teasing NBA future

Posted Apr 5, 2026
Jeff Goodman asked UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley on Sunday about the rumors of him being linked to the North Carolina job, and if he wanted to dispel any of the talk or even gain leverage on his contract with UConn. Hurley said that he is "a UConn coach to the end," and went on to mention that a role in the "NBA someday down the line" is possible. (Clutch Points)

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