UConn Assistant Luke Murray Named Boston College Head Coach

Murray Brings Championship Pedigree and Offensive Expertise to Eagles Program

Mar. 27, 2026 at 4:23am

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Boston College has hired UConn assistant Luke Murray as its new head men's basketball coach. Murray is considered a key architect of UConn's recent championship teams and is known for his sophisticated offensive strategy and relentless recruiting. The Boston College athletic director believes Murray's experience and vision make him the ideal leader to elevate the Eagles program.

Why it matters

The hiring of a coach directly from a program as successful as UConn signals Boston College's commitment to improving its basketball fortunes. Murray's proven track record in offensive strategy and recruiting could be instrumental in turning the Eagles into a competitive force in the ACC.

The details

Murray has played a significant role in building back-to-back national championship teams at UConn, where he has served as an assistant since 2021. Prior to joining the Huskies, UConn's offensive efficiency rankings were in the 60s and 80s nationally. With Murray's contributions, the team's offense has consistently improved, reaching rankings of 30th or better, including first in 2023 and third in 2024.

  • Murray will continue to fulfill his duties with UConn through their current NCAA tournament run, where the Huskies will face Michigan State in the Sweet 16 on Friday.
  • Murray is set to officially take over as Boston College's head coach after the conclusion of UConn's season.

The players

Luke Murray

The new head men's basketball coach at Boston College, who is considered a key architect of UConn's recent championship teams and is known for his sophisticated offensive strategy and relentless recruiting.

Blake James

The Boston College athletic director who believes Murray's experience and vision make him the ideal leader to elevate the Eagles program.

Bill Murray

Luke Murray's father, who is an acclaimed actor and comedian.

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What they’re saying

“I am deeply honored and incredibly grateful to lead the Boston College men's basketball program. We will build a program defined by a standard of excellence and a tough and highly competitive brand of basketball.”

— Luke Murray, New Boston College Head Coach

“Luke Murray does not just understand the modern landscape of college basketball — he has helped define it. His sophisticated offensive vision and relentless pursuit of excellence make him the ideal leader for our program.”

— Blake James, Boston College Athletic Director

What’s next

Murray will continue to fulfill his duties with UConn through their current NCAA tournament run, where the Huskies will face Michigan State in the Sweet 16 on Friday. He is set to officially take over as Boston College's head coach after the conclusion of UConn's season.

The takeaway

The hiring of Luke Murray, a key architect of UConn's recent championship teams, signals Boston College's commitment to elevating its basketball program. Murray's proven track record in offensive strategy and recruiting could be instrumental in turning the Eagles into a competitive force in the ACC.