March 4, 2001

LAS VEGAS - Statement by UNLV Athletics Director Charles Cavagnaro:

"While speaking with Rick Pitino earlier this evening, he expressed to me the fact that he didn't feel he was a good fit for the UNLV men's basketball program. Obviously we are disappointed that Coach Pitino has reached this decision, but we are moving forward with our continued search for a basketball coach that will benefit both UNLV and the Las Vegas community."