Metta World Peace Expresses Interest in Kansas State Basketball Coaching Job

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Metta World Peace, the former NBA player and champion, has expressed interest in becoming the next head coach of the Kansas State men's basketball team. The position opened up recently, and World Peace believes he would be a good fit for the role.

Why it matters

World Peace's interest in the Kansas State job is surprising, as he has no prior head coaching experience at the college or professional level. However, his name recognition and championship pedigree could make him an intriguing candidate if the university decides to pursue a high-profile hire.

The details

In a statement, World Peace said, "The Kansas State Head Coach Job is one I think is very interesting for me." The former NBA Defensive Player of the Year and 2010 NBA champion has not coached at any level since retiring as a player in 2017.

• The Kansas State men's basketball head coaching position became vacant in February 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

It remains to be seen if Kansas State will consider World Peace as a serious candidate for their open head coaching job. The university is likely to conduct a thorough search process to find the best fit for the program.