NC State Fires Coach Kevin Keatts After Disappointing Season

NC State men's basketball coach Kevin Keatts has been fired after a disappointing season that saw the team finish with a 12–19 overall record and miss the NCAA tournament, just one year after a remarkable run to the Final Four. Keatts, who had a tenure marked by an overall record of 151-113, was dismissed following a loss to Miami, contributing to a streak of 13 losses in 16 games. His teams made three NCAA Tournament appearances during his eight years, but the recent performance, including an 0-11 record in away games, led to his dismissal. Keatts humorously noted on social media that he was