Indiana invests $195,000 for Bob Knight statue at Assembly Hall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Indiana University is commissioning a bronze statue of legendary basketball coach Bob Knight for Assembly Hall at a cost of $195,000. The entire expense is covered by an anonymous donor. Knight, who coached the Hoosiers for 29 seasons, led the team to three national championships from 1971 to 2000. Sculptor Brian Hanlon, known for other works at the venue, will create the statue to honor Knight's legacy.
- •Indiana University builds a statue to honor Bob Knight.
- •The project costs $195,000, funded by an anonymous donor.
- •Knight coached the Hoosiers from 1971 to 2000.
- •Brian Hanlon, who has sculpted other statues, is the artist.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana invests heavily in Bob Knight statue at Assembly Hall
"The Hoosiers are sparing no expense when it comes to honoring their legendary basketball coach.
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