Miami Hurricanes Extend Contract of Head Coach Jai Lucas

The Miami Hurricanes have announced a new five-year contract extension for head coach Jai Lucas after a successful inaugural season in 2025-26.

Lucas took over the program following the departure of legendary coach Jim Larranaga, who stepped down during the 2024-25 season. Under Lucas's leadership, the Hurricanes achieved a 26-9 record and advanced to the NCAA tournament, marking a significant turnaround for the team.

In his first year, Lucas made a notable impact by effectively utilizing the transfer portal, bringing in key players such as All-ACC selections Malik Reneau and Tre Donaldson. With several top scorers from the previous season no longer eligible, Lucas is expected to continue strengthening the team with new talent, including Villanova transfer Acaden Lewis and five-star freshman Caleb Gaskins. The future of Miami basketball looks promising under Lucas's guidance.