Darian Devries hired as Indiana's new head coach

Darian Devries has sparked controversy since being named the new head coach of Indiana University. He recently took the job after a disappointing season with West Virginia, where his team was left out of the NCAA Tournament. The Mountaineers lost to Colorado, who finished last in the Big 12. Devries' comments about the hiring process have raised eyebrows. He mentioned that Indiana respected his focus on West Virginia during the season. Some fans suspect that he already had a deal in place while coaching the Mountaineers. This has led to accusations from West Virginia supporters about his intentions, especially regarding his son’s injury and eligibility. Indiana announced Devries' hiring shortly after parting ways with former coach Mike Woodson. In his introductory statement, Devries explained that he did not expect to leave West Virginia so soon. He described the Indiana job as a "dream come true" for someone like him who grew up watching Midwest basketball. This past season, Devries faced challenges as his son played only eight games due to a shoulder injury. Despite his struggles, oddsmakers believed West Virginia had a good chance to make the NCAA Tournament before their painful loss. Following Devries' exit, some players from West Virginia reacted on social media with sarcastic comments, highlighting the tension around his departure.