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Iowa Coach Fran McCaffery Ejected in Big Ten Tournament Loss to Illinois

McCaffery's heated exchange with officials raises questions about his future after Iowa's disappointing season.

  • Fran McCaffery was ejected from Iowa's Big Ten Tournament game against Illinois after receiving two technical fouls for arguing with officials.
  • The ejection occurred with 13:33 remaining in the second half, following McCaffery's complaints about a perceived foul discrepancy.
  • Iowa lost the game 106-94 to No. 24 Illinois, ending their hopes of making the NCAA Tournament and possibly relegating them to the NIT.
  • This marks Iowa's second consecutive disappointing season under McCaffery, who has been with the team for 15 years.
  • McCaffery expressed confidence about returning next season, but his future with Iowa remains uncertain as fans and administration weigh the team's performance.
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