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Michael Sykes

Why LSU just fired Will Wade before March Madness, explained

We’re quite literally just one day away from Selection Sunday in the world of NCAA Men’s basketball. Typically, right now, teams are preparing for what their possible spot could be in the bracket and who they might end up facing.

Or they’re still in a mode where they’re trying to win their conference tournament and get the best seeding possible for themselves.

But, uh, that isn’t where LSU is at all. It’s where they were. But now, they’ve got to get ready for the tournament with a new coach.

LSU fired Will Wade on Saturday after they were alerted of major violations by the coach from the NCAA, the school announced on Saturday.

Yes. It’s that serious. Here’s everything you need to know about Wade, the allegations and what exactly is next for LSU. It’s a big mess.

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