Boston College Hires UConn Assistant Luke Murray as New Head Coach

Son of actor Bill Murray joins Eagles after helping lead Huskies to two NCAA titles

Mar. 26, 2026 at 10:23pm

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Boston College has hired top UConn assistant Luke Murray as its new men's basketball head coach. Murray, the son of actor and comedian Bill Murray, has been an integral part of Dan Hurley's staff with the Huskies, helping lead the team to two NCAA Tournament national championships over the past three seasons. Murray's immediate goal will be to guide the Eagles back to the NCAA Tournament after a disappointing tenure under the previous regime.

Why it matters

The hiring of Luke Murray represents a significant move for Boston College as they look to rebuild their men's basketball program. Murray is considered one of the top young assistant coaches in the country, known for his work developing an intricate offensive system that has led to great success for UConn in recent years. His pedigree as the son of a famous actor and comedian also brings additional star power and attention to the program.

The details

Murray has been an assistant coach at the mid-major and high-major levels for the past decade, working under head coaches like Dan Hurley at UConn, Chris Mack at Louisville, and Chris Mack at Xavier. Hurley has praised Murray as his "offensive coordinator," crediting him with implementing a system of pick-and-pops and high rolls that has fueled the Huskies' dominant run in the Big East. The Eagles fired their previous head coach, Earl Grant, earlier this month after five seasons and a 72-92 overall record.

  • In March 2026, Boston College fired head coach Earl Grant after five seasons.
  • On March 26, 2026, Boston College hired Luke Murray as their new head coach.

The players

Luke Murray

The new head coach of the Boston College men's basketball team. Murray has been an assistant coach at the mid-major and high-major levels for the past decade, including the last three seasons as a top assistant under Dan Hurley at UConn.

Dan Hurley

The head coach of the UConn men's basketball team, who has praised Murray as his "offensive coordinator" and credited him with implementing a successful offensive system that has led the Huskies to two NCAA titles in the past three seasons.

Bill Murray

The famous actor and comedian, who is the father of new Boston College head coach Luke Murray.

Earl Grant

The former head coach of the Boston College men's basketball team, who was fired in March 2026 after five seasons and a 72-92 overall record.

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What they’re saying

“We don't hold anyone back here. I want them to get a job; look at what they've helped us do here. ... I'm not afraid to lose people, I don't hire 'yes' men, I hire talented people. I want those guys to get jobs, and I want those guys to get jobs where they have a chance to win.”

— Dan Hurley, Head Coach, UConn Men's Basketball

What’s next

Murray's immediate goal will be leading the Boston College program back to the NCAA Tournament after the disappointing tenure of the previous regime.

The takeaway

The hiring of Luke Murray represents a significant move for Boston College as they look to rebuild their men's basketball program. Murray is considered one of the top young assistant coaches in the country, known for his work developing an intricate offensive system that has led to great success for UConn in recent years. His pedigree as the son of a famous actor and comedian also brings additional star power and attention to the program as they aim to return to the NCAA Tournament.