Former UNC coach Hubert Davis seeks return to college basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Former North Carolina coach Hubert Davis expresses his desire to return to coaching within two offseasons. Speaking during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Davis confirmed he wants to pursue opportunities next year after his tenure at UNC ended following a loss to VCU in the NCAA tournament. He reflected on his time off, including travel and his previous role, in which he led the Tar Heels to the 2022 national title game. Davis declined a resignation offer after the March loss and received a $5.3 million buyout from the university.
- •Davis aims to coach again in the next two offseasons.
- •He last coached UNC until March, when they lost to VCU.
- •UNC paid Davis a $5.3 million buyout after his exit.
- •He spent time traveling during his offseason away from coaching.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former UNC coach Hubert Davis plans coaching return
"Former North Carolina coach Hubert Davis says he is eager to return to college basketball within two offseasons.
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