re: Should LSU consider hiring Huggins as he wants back in?

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He was paid more than Lamont Paris this year & he has a $20M contract

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Certainly! Let's delve into the contracts of some **Southeastern Conference (SEC)** men's basketball head coaches. These figures are based on data compiled by the **USA TODAY Sports Network** for the current contract years:

1. **John Calipari** (Kentucky): His annual compensation stands at an impressive **$8,533,483**³.
2. **Bruce Pearl** (Auburn): He earns a substantial **$5,449,152**³.
3. **Rick Barnes** (Tennessee): His contract pays him **$5,450,000**³.
4. **Buzz Williams** (Texas A&M): His annual salary is **$4,100,000**³.
5. **Eric Musselman** (Arkansas): He also receives **$4,100,000**³.
6. **Nate Oats** (Alabama): His compensation amounts to **$3,418,644**³.
7. **Mike White** (Georgia): He earns **$3,405,000**³.
8. **Lamont Paris** (South Carolina): In his first season at South Carolina, he makes **$2,200,000**³.
9. **Jerry Stackhouse** (Vanderbilt): His total compensation, including base pay and bonuses, is **$3,138,107**³.
10. **Todd Golden** (Florida): His contract package is valued at **$3,100,000**³.
11. **Matt McMahon** (LSU): He receives **$3,035,000**, which includes a signing bonus and relocation fee³.
12. **Dennis Gates** (Missouri): His annual salary is **$2,500,000**³.

These coaches play a pivotal role in shaping their teams' fortunes, and their contracts reflect the high stakes and competitive landscape of college basketball. ????

Source: Conversation with Bing, 3/27/2024
(1) SEC basketball coaching salaries for 2022-23 with John Calipari No. 1. LINK /.
(2) John Calipari buyout would set record. What to know about his Kentucky basketball contract. LINK .
(3) USC approves contract extension for men’s basketball head coach Lamont Paris. LINK .
(4) Ranking the SEC men's basketball coaches by 2021-22 salary - Roll Tide Wire. LINK /.
(5) Head coach salaries: Where SEC coaches rank among their peers - Auburn Wire. LINK /.