Will Wade says breakaway from NC State was 'mischaracterized'
The LSU Tigers are pursuing NC State head coach Will Wade to lead their basketball program. Wade previously coached at LSU from 2017-2022 and is the top target to replace current head coach Matt McMahon.
The LSU Tigers are intensifying their pursuit of NC State head coach Will Wade. Wade previously coached at LSU from 2017-2022 and had success, leading the team to the Sweet 16. LSU has had limited success since Wade's departure and is looking to replace current head coach Matt McMahon. To hire Wade, LSU would need to pay two buyouts: approximately $8 million for McMahon's contract and $5 million for Wade's contract with NC State. The price for Wade's buyout drops to $3 million after April 1. Wade is the clear top option for LSU, and reports suggest he will be the next coach if hired. The move would be a reunion for Wade and LSU, where he had success in the past.
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