Report: Eric Musselman Leaving Arkansas For USC Job

by Staff Reporter

April 4, 20243 Comments

Multiple sources have reported that Arkansas basketball coach Eric Musselman is leaving Fayetteville for the USC job.

CBS reports that Musselman interviewed for the job on Wednesday. Per CBS Sports:

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The Trojans poaching Musselman from Arkansas is a sport-shaking move. Once upon a time, the idea of a coach leaving the hoops hotbed of Arkansas for USC was borderline unthinkable, but these are different times. Circumstances matter a lot as well. Musselman was heavily swayed by the location, in addition to a fresh start after a rocky 2023-24 season that ended with a whimper. The opportunity presented itself once Andy Enfield decided to leave USC after 11 seasons to start anew at SMU.

"My family and I couldn't be more excited for this incredible opportunity at USC," Musselman said in a statement. "I am grateful to President Folt and Jen Cohen for the chance to lead the men's basketball program at such a world-class university with a rich tradition of success. We will be committed to the development of our student-athletes and upholding the values that make the Trojan Family so special. We will hit the ground running and work tirelessly to make our great alumni, fans and all of Los Angeles proud."