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Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd: ‘Already Have One of the Best Jobs in the Country’
Tommy Lloyd has a winning percentage over 80% at Arizona and is a top external candidate for UNC after Hubert Davis' firing, aiming to build on elite program success.
- Following North Carolina's termination of coach Hubert Davis on Tuesday, Arizona Wildcats coach Tommy Lloyd has emerged as a top candidate for the vacancy. The Athletic reported the Tar Heels prioritize Lloyd and Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan.
- The Tar Heels dismissed Davis, a former All-ACC guard, after a first-round NCAA Tournament loss to VCU. Lloyd has transformed Arizona into a national contender, winning more than 80% of his games over five seasons as head coach.
- Addressing the rumors Wednesday in San Jose, Lloyd said he has "one of the best jobs in the country" and is focused on the tournament. Leaving Arizona before April 15 would trigger an $11 million buyout.
- For the first time in more than 70 years, North Carolina is expected to hire a coach outside the Tar Heels family, departing from decades of selecting former players or assistants under legendary coach Dean Smith.
- The Wildcats are preparing for Thursday's Sweet 16 matchup against Arkansas, seeking their first Elite Eight berth since 2015. Lloyd remains focused on ending Arizona's streak without a deep March run.
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Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd: ‘Already have one of the best jobs in the country’
While his name is being thrown out as a candidate for the open North Carolina job, Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd said Wednesday his focus is on his current squad. Lloyd also pointed out that he already has a gig that’s pretty solid during remarks one day prior to the top-seeded Wildcats’ Sweet 16 game against No. 4 Arkansas. “I already have one of the best jobs in the country,” Lloyd said during a press conference in San Jose, Calif. “And one thin…
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