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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade

University of Miami extends basketball coach Jai Lucas's contract

The University of Miami has extended the contract of men's basketball coach Jai Lucas and provided a salary increase. The private university has not publicly disclosed the specific terms of the new agreement.

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Why It Matters

The extension secures the leadership of the men's basketball program following a successful 26-9 season and an NCAA Tournament appearance.

Key Facts

  • The University of Miami extended the contract of men's basketball coach Jai Lucas.
  • The extension includes a salary raise for the coach.
  • The university is a private institution and is not required to disclose contract details.
  • Lucas previously had four years remaining on his original five-year contract.
  • The team finished the 2025-26 season with a 26-9 overall record.
  • The team finished 13-5 in Atlantic Coast Conference play.
  • The team reached the NCAA Tournament, defeating Missouri before losing to Purdue.
  • The university also recently extended the contract of football coach Mario Cristobal.
  • Miami was one of nine schools to finish in the AP Top 25 for both football and men's basketball in 2025-26.

Who's Mentioned

other26“Number of wins in the 2025-26 basketball season.”personMario Cristobal“University of Miami football coach who also received a contract extension.”organizationUniversity of Miami“Private university that employs the coaches.”organizationThe Associated Press“News organization reporting the story.”personJai Lucas“Head coach of the University of Miami men's basketball team.”