Longtime University of Miami men's basketball coach Jim Larranaga will step down amid his 14th season with the Hurricanes.

Miami men’s basketball coach Jim Larranaga’s time with the Hurricanes appears to be nearing the end. According to the Miami Herald, Larranaga. 75, is expected to step down and an announcement could come as soon as Thursday afternoon. The Hurricanes are 4-8 so far this season after going 15-17 during the 2023-24 season.

Jim Larrañaga is stepping down as Miami’s men’s basketball coach effective immediately, a person with knowledge of the decision said Thursday

The Miami Heat are listing Jimmy Butler as doubtful for their game Thursday at Orlando, saying he needs time to recondition before returning to the lineup

Rumors of Butler's desire to leave continue to circulate. He long ago established his value to a contender in South Florida.

Jimmy Butler, a six-time NBA All-Star and two-time Eastern Conference champion, would prefer to be traded by the Miami Heat ahead of the February trade deadline, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Butler has reportedly not made a formal trade request to the Heat,