Arizona State's Bobby Hurley Addresses Job Security Rumors After Baylor Win

Hurley says he has not been told anything about his future with the team despite reports that his tenure may end after this season.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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After Arizona State's 83-79 win over Baylor in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament, head coach Bobby Hurley addressed rumors about his job security and the potential end of his tenure with the Sun Devils. Hurley said he has not been told anything about his future, despite a "reputable" source indicating his contract may not be renewed after this season.

Why it matters

Hurley has been the head coach at Arizona State since 2015 and has led the team to the NCAA Tournament three times, though he has yet to win a tournament game. His future with the program has become a topic of speculation as the team fights to keep its season alive in the conference tournament.

The details

In the aftermath of Arizona State's win over Baylor, Hurley told reporters, "I have not been told anything. Although the source is reputable and a guy that I know, so. I'm just doing my job and coaching my team and enjoying these moments with this group right now." Hurley has a 184-166 record at Arizona State and a 226-186 overall record between there and his previous stint at Buffalo.

  • Arizona State defeated Baylor 83-79 in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament on March 10, 2026.
  • Hurley has been the head coach at Arizona State since 2015.

The players

Bobby Hurley

The head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devils men's basketball team since 2015, with a 184-166 record at the school and a 226-186 overall record including his previous stint at Buffalo.

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What they’re saying

“I have not been told anything. Although the source is reputable and a guy that I know, so. I'm just doing my job and coaching my team and enjoying these moments with this group right now.”

— Bobby Hurley, Head Coach, Arizona State Sun Devils (Arizona Sports)

What’s next

Arizona State will take on No. 7 Iowa State in the next round of the Big 12 Tournament on Wednesday.

The takeaway

Despite the rumors surrounding his job security, Hurley is focused on coaching his team and leading them through the conference tournament. His future with Arizona State remains uncertain, but he is determined to make the most of the opportunity he has with the current group of players.