Turn Down for What: Hurley Rejects Lakers

Hurley Sticking with UConn

Los Angeles Lakers' Offer Unaccepted

In a shocking turn of events, Connecticut's head coach Dan Hurley has declined a lucrative offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers, opting instead to stay with the Huskies.

The stunning news came after weeks of speculation that Hurley was a top candidate for the vacant Lakers coaching position. The Lakers reportedly offered Hurley a six-year, $70 million contract, an offer that would have made him one of the highest-paid coaches in the NBA.

However, Hurley has opted to remain at Connecticut, where he has led the Huskies to two NCAA Tournament appearances in three seasons. He is now set to chase a third NCAA Tournament appearance with the Huskies, who are poised to compete for the Big East title this season.