For years, Jai Lucas played an integral role behind the scenes, helping powerhouse programs thrive with his expertise in player recruiting. Now, he is stepping into the spotlight as the newest head coach of the Miami Hurricanes men’s basketball team.

Jai Lucas says Miami has everything needed to compete at the top of the college basketball world. And the Hurricanes have given him the chance to prove it. The soon-to-be former Duke associate head coach was finally announced as the new coach at Miami on Thursday,