UConn’s Dan Hurley Addresses Interest in New York Knicks Job originally appeared on Athlon Sports. UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley was the primary target for the vacant Los Angeles Lakers coaching job last offseason. After giving it serious thought, he ultimately declined a six-year, $70 million contract to stay in Storrs.

After being embroiled in rumors regarding the Los Angeles Lakers' head coaching position a year ago, UConn head coach Dan Hurley won't let that happen again this time around.

The Knicks have parted ways Tom Thibodeau, but two-time NCAA championship-winning coach Dan Hurley isn't eager to leave UConn for New York's storied NBA franchise.