New Mexico quickly hires former Gophers coach Pitino

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Less than 24 hours after the University of Minnesota announced it was moving on from men’s basketball coach Richard Pitino, the coach found a new job.

The University of New Mexico announced Pitino as its new men’s basketball coach Tuesday morning.

Gophers fire Richard Pitino after eight seasons

Pitino had a 159-137 record and two NCAA Tournament appearances in his eight seasons at Minnesota.

His contract at the U of M called for a $1.75 million buyout but that’s expected to decrease after his hiring at New Mexico.