Jim Calhoun, who missed a perfect opportunity to retire after winning another national championship last season, probably won’t be coming to Louisville for UofL-UConn basketball game Monday.
The 69-year-old coach is taking an indefinite leave of absence for spinal woes, according to the Boston Herald:
“The bottom line is I’m going to need some work done,” Calhoun said. “In January the shooting pains were getting worse and after one plane ride I couldn’t even get up. I tried to hide it. I’m taking medicine right now for the pain and they are waiting for things to quiet down and I’ll meet with the doctor next week.”
Following his NCAA-mandated suspension in January, Calhoun said he felt the need to serve the suspension, and he passed up on the chance to retire on top, following his third NCAA title. Calhoun has two years remaining on his contract after this season.
UConn (14-7) had lost four consecutive games going into Saturday’s game against Seton Hall.