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Creighton Bluejays reinstate men's basketball coach Greg McDermott

Creighton men's basketball coach Greg McDermott has been reinstated for all team activities following a one-game suspension for racially insensitive comments he made to his players in late February, the school announced Monday.

The decision allows McDermott to coach the Bluejays in this week's Big East tournament.

McDermott apologized last Tuesday for his comments, coached Wednesday against Villanova and then was suspended indefinitely Thursday. He missed Creighton's win over Butler on Saturday.

"Through his immediate apology, ownership of his actions, difficult dialogue with his team, and more, Coach McDermott has demonstrated a commitment to grow," Creighton athletic director Bruce Rasmussen said.