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UNLV hires former Memphis, Georgia Tech coach Josh Pastner

UNLV hired former Memphis and Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner to replace Kevin Kruger on Monday.

According to reports, Pastner is expected to sign a five-year contract with the Rebels.

Pastner’s career record is 109–114 (.489) in seven years at Memphis and seven years at Georgia Tech.

Here’s a press release from UNLV:

LAS VEGAS (UNLVRebels.com) – Josh Pastner has been hired as the new head coach of the UNLV men’s basketball program, Director of Athletics Erick Harper announced today.

Pastner will be formally introduced to the Las Vegas community on Wednesday, March 26 at 10 a.