As reported by Dice City Sports, UNLV Men’s Basketball coach Kevin Krueger is out after the program’s failed attempts to make the NCAA Tournament in any of his four seasons at the helm.
During his time at UNLV, Krueger was 75-55.
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Coach Kruger for his hard work, commitment, and dedication over the past four years as head coach of the Runnin’ Rebels,” UNLV Director of Athletics Erick Harpe said in a statement released by the school.
Fans on X react to the sudden news of Krueger’s firing. Some fans aren’t surprised at the move from UNLV, while some are already coming up with possible replacements for Krueger.
@vegasborn83 went as far as to say it was the right move saying, “Unfortunately is the right move.”
https://x.com/vegasborn83
@early20943 said, “Talk aint walking through the door. You have no NIL $$ so whoever comes in will have the same results…”
https://x.com/early20943
@Paptherockies had their hopes up for coach Kreuger but was bummed by the firing, saying, “Had higher hopes for Kevin. Bummer that it didn’t work out.”
https://x.com/Paptherockies
@pointsnfigures1 even suggested a possible replacement, “Hire DePaul asst Bryan Mullins”
https://x.com/pointsnfigures1
@MusicCityBets even goes as far to ask fans did they think Krueger deserved another year.
https://x.com/MusicCityBets
The Runnin’ Rebels have not made the NCAA tournament since 2013 and have not won an NCAA tournament game since 2008.
The search for a new coach is underway.
