UConn's Dan Hurley Linked to Lakers Head Coaching Vacancy

Hurley and Lakers Reportedly in Contact

Multiple Sources Confirm Interest

According to multiple sources, the Los Angeles Lakers and UConn head coach Dan Hurley have been in contact regarding the Lakers' head coaching vacancy.

Hurley, 53, has led UConn to two NCAA Tournament championships, making him just the second active coach to accomplish this feat.

The meeting between Hurley and the Lakers reportedly took place at Doherty's, a local bar in Jersey City, New Jersey, owned by one of Bob Hurley Sr's oldest friends.

Hurley's impressive track record and his reputation as a skilled coach may make him a leading candidate for the Lakers' head coaching position.

The Lakers are looking to replace Frank Vogel, who was fired after the team failed to make the playoffs this season.

The Lakers are expected to offer Hurley the head coaching position, and negotiations are said to be in progress.

If Hurley accepts the position, it would mark a significant departure from UConn, where he has been head coach since 2018.

The Lakers are hoping that Hurley can bring success to the team, which has not won an NBA championship since 2010.