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1 Day After Parting Ways With Gophers, Richard Pitino Hired By New Mexico

Minnesota's Athletic Director Mark Coyle confirmed that New Mexico has hired Pitino as its next head basketball coach.

(CBS News)

March 16, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Richard Pitino has found employment one day after parting ways with the University of Minnesota men’s basketball team.

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Minnesota’s Athletic Director Mark Coyle confirmed that New Mexico has hired Pitino as its next head basketball coach. According to CBS Sports reporter Jon Rothstein, an official announcement is expected soon.

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